Description

Fatty Acids, Tallow, Hydrogenated is a fully saturated derivative of tallow fatty acids, produced by the catalytic hydrogenation of natural tallow. This process yields a stable, high-melting point material with excellent resistance to oxidation and rancidity, making it a superior choice for applications requiring long-term stability. It is a critical ingredient for manufacturers in the personal care, cosmetics, soap, and lubricant industries seeking consistent performance and enhanced shelf life.

Application

• Soap & Detergent Base: Serves as a primary hardstock in bar soaps and industrial cleaners, providing hardness, stable lather, and a smooth texture.
• Personal Care & Cosmetics: Used as an opacifier, viscosity modifier, and emollient in creams, lotions, sticks (e.g., deodorants, lipsticks), and hair care products.
• Lubricants & Greases: Acts as a thickening agent and provides lubricity in metalworking fluids, calcium sulfonate greases, and other industrial lubricants.
• Candle Manufacturing: Imparts rigidity, a higher melting point, and reduced bending in premium candle formulations.
• Textile & Leather Auxiliaries: Functions as a softening agent, lubricant, and water-repellent finish in textile and leather processing.
• Rubber & Polymer Industry: Employed as an internal lubricant and processing aid to improve mold release and flow properties.
• Food-Grade Applications (where specified): Used as a release agent, lubricant, or texturizer in food processing equipment and packaging materials, subject to appropriate purity grades and regulatory compliance.

Basic Information

Product Name	Fatty Acids, Tallow, Hydrogenated
CAS No.	61790-38-3
Molecular Formula	Mixture (Primarily C16-C18 saturated fatty acids)
Molecular Weight	Mixture (Approx. 256-284 g/mol for main components)
Synonyms	Hydrogenated Tallow Fatty Acid; HTFA; Tallow Fatty Acids, Hydrogenated; Hystrene® 5016; Industrene® R; Glycon® HT; Fully Hydrogenated Tallow Acid; Stearic/Palmitic Acid Blend (Hydrogenated Tallow Source); Octadecanoic Acid, Mixed with Hexadecanoic Acid, Hydrogenated Tallow Source
EINECS	263-129-3

Quality Control

Our Fatty Acids, Tallow, Hydrogenated is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch is tested to ensure it meets precise specifications for acid value, iodine value, titer, and color. We can supply material compliant with relevant industry standards, including FDA regulations for indirect food contact and REACH. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials. This product is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, maintaining an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen blanket) is recommended to preserve quality. Recommended storage temperature: 15-25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white flakes or solid
Acid Value (mg KOH/g)	195 - 210
Iodine Value (Wijs)	≤ 5.0
Saponification Value (mg KOH/g)	198 - 212
Titer (°C)	55 - 62
Color (Gardner, 5% in IPA)	≤ 3.0
Unsaponifiable Matter (%)	≤ 1.5
Fatty Acid Composition (GC)	Contact for details

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.