Description

Maltose Hexastearate is a high-purity, non-ionic surfactant and emulsifier derived from maltose and stearic acid. This compound is valued for its excellent emulsifying properties and ability to stabilize complex formulations, making it a critical functional ingredient. It is primarily sought by manufacturers in the personal care, cosmetics, and pharmaceutical industries for creating stable emulsions, creams, and lotions with a smooth texture.

Application

• Cosmetic & Personal Care Emulsions: Acts as a primary or co-emulsifier in creams, lotions, and sunscreens, providing stability and a luxurious feel.
• Pharmaceutical Topicals: Used in ointments, dermatological creams, and medicated lotions for its emulsifying and skin-compatible properties.
• Food-Grade Emulsifiers: Employed in specific food applications where a sugar ester-based emulsifier is required for stabilizing oil-in-water systems.
• Industrial Surfactant: Serves as a biodegradable surfactant in specialty cleaning formulations and agrochemical emulsions.
• Lipid-Based Drug Delivery Systems: A functional excipient in advanced drug delivery platforms like self-emulsifying drug delivery systems (SEDDS).
• Texture Modifier: Imparts specific rheological properties and a smooth, non-greasy afterfeel in cosmetic products.

Basic Information

Product Name	Maltose Hexastearate
CAS No.	84214-65-3
Molecular Formula	C114H218O26
Molecular Weight	~1956.0 g/mol
Synonyms	Maltose hexastearate; Hexastearoyl maltose; Maltose ester of stearic acid; Sucrose hexastearate (related ester); Sugar ester S-1170 (trade name analog); Non-ionic sugar surfactant; Maltose fatty acid ester; E473 (related food additive category for sugar esters)
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Quality Control

Our Maltose Hexastearate is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch is tested to ensure it meets stringent specifications for identity, purity, and performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting key parameters such as assay, acid value, and saponification value are provided with every shipment to guarantee consistent quality and traceability.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which can affect product performance.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or flakes
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Acid Value	≤ 5.0 mg KOH/g
Saponification Value	150 - 170 mg KOH/g
Melting Point	50 - 65 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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