Potassium Stearate – Versatile Emulsifier & Thickener for Personal Care & Cleaning

Potassium Stearate

Stable Emulsions. Smooth Texture. Eco-Friendly Formulations.

Potassium Stearate, from Pacific Texchem Pvt. Ltd., is a multi-functional emulsifier, thickener, and stabilizer, widely used in personal care and cosmetic formulations. It improves viscosity, spreadability, and texture, and is also used for foam stabilization.

Manufactured at our state-of-the-art Ambernath facility and distributed from our Andheri, Mumbai office, this solution is supplied PAN India and exported globally across the Middle East, Europe, Africa, and Asia.

What Is Potassium Stearate?

Potassium Stearate is a soap-like anionic emulsifier derived from vegetable-based stearic acid. It is soluble in water and alcohols and forms milky emulsions, making it ideal for creams, lotions, gels, shaving foams, and cosmetic pastes. It also acts as a natural thickener and opacifier in personal care and detergent formulations.

Key Benefits

  1. Thickens and stabilizes creams, lotions, and gels

  2. Provides emulsion stability and uniform texture

  3. Acts as a foam booster in soaps and shaving creams

  4. Derived from plant-based sources – ideal for green formulations

  5. Readily biodegradable and skin-compatible

Applications

  • Moisturizing lotions and emulsified creams
  • Shaving creams and hair removal foams
  • Hand wash liquids and paste soaps
  • Liquid detergents and natural dishwash bars
  • Cosmetic pigment dispersions and emulsions

Technical Snapshot: Everything You Need to Know

Property Specification
Appearance White to off-white flakes or powder
Active Matter (%) 98% minimum
pH (1% in water) 9.0 – 10.5
Solubility Soluble in hot water and alcohol
Origin Vegetable-based stearic acid
Shelf Life 24 months
Packaging 25 kg / 50 kg HDPE bags

Environmental Compliance & Safety

  • REACH & ROHS Compliant
  • Halal & Kosher grades available
  • Free from sulfates, parabens, and SLS
  • Suitable for vegan and cruelty-free products

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Packaging Options

We offer secure and high-volume packaging options to meet industrial demands:

50 kg HDPE Drums
(All products are in liquid form only)

200 kg HDPE Drums
(All products are in liquid form only)

Custom bulk options on request
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Why Industry Leaders Choose Pacific Texchem Pvt. Ltd.

Pacific Texchem Pvt. Ltd. is more than a manufacturer — we’re your global specialty chemical partner trusted for reliability, consistency, and customization.

  • 01

    ISO 9001:2015 Certified Operations

  • 02

    ZDHC level 3 certified

  • 03

    R&D-backed Formulation Support

  • 04

    Eco-Compliant & Sustainable Chemistry

  • 05

    Global Shipping to 25+ Countries

  • 06

    Bulk Supply with Custom Packaging

  • 07

    Decades of Technical Know-How

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Yes. It is made from vegetable-based stearic acid.

Yes. It enhances creaminess and foam texture.

Absolutely. It is non-toxic and skin-compatible.

Yes. It is readily biodegradable and safe for the environment.

Yes. It is commonly used in lotions, creams, and makeup emulsions.

Yes. It contributes to foam stability and bar hardness.

Yes. It dissolves in hot water or alcohol-based systems.

Yes. Available in export-grade multi-layered HDPE bags.

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