Sodium Stearate Production Cost Reports

The report provides a detailed analysis essential for establishing a Sodium Stearate manufacturing plant. It encompasses all critical aspects necessary for Sodium Stearate production, including the cost of Sodium Stearate production, Sodium Stearate plant cost, Sodium Stearate production costs, and the overall Sodium Stearate manufacturing plant cost. Additionally, the study covers specific expenditures associated with setting up and operating a Sodium Stearate production plant. These encompass manufacturing processes, raw material requirements, utility requirements, infrastructure needs, machinery and technology requirements, manpower requirements, packaging requirements, transportation requirements, and more.

Sodium Stearate is a form of detergent that is largely associated with several industrial domains. It is majorly used in the production of soaps because of its surfactant properties. It is also used in the form of a thickening agent in manufacturing various cosmetic and skincare products, such as lotions, moisturizers, lipsticks, etc. It is often used to increase the viscosity of various liquid makeup products. It also finds huge applications in the production of paint and inks, where its acts as an emulsifier. It is also used in manufacturing plastics, as it assists in its processing by acting as a lubricating agent.

The market for Sodium Stearate is primarily directed by its applications in the cosmetics and personal care industries, which contribute to its demand. Its usage as a viscosity enhancer in various liquid makeup and beauty products further enhances its demand in the beauty sector. Its application as a dispersant in the production of paints and inks drives its demand in the paints & coatings and printing industries. Its application in plastic processing for reducing friction also propels its demand in the plastic industry. Generally, the cost and the availability of raw materials (stearic acid, etc), their applications in the cosmetics industry, quality standards, logistics, and supplier relationships are some of the factors that significantly influence industrial Sodium Stearate procurement.

Raw Material for Sodium Stearate Production

According to the Sodium Stearate manufacturing plant project report, the major raw materials for Sodium Stearate production include Stearic Acid-Sodium Hydroxide.

Manufacturing Process of Sodium Stearate

The extensive Sodium Stearate production cost report consists of the following industrial manufacturing process:

• Production from Stearic Acid: This method of production uses stearic acid as the starting material for producing sodium stearate as the resulting product. The process is initiated by the reaction of stearic acid with sodium hydroxide in the presence of heat, which results in the formation of sodium stearate as the final product. The reaction propagates through the process of neutralization to form sodium stearate as the desired product and water as the by-product.

Sodium Stearate is the sodium salt of stearic acid (fatty acid) with the molecular formula C18H35NaO2. It is also known as Sodium Octadecanoate. The molecular weight of the compound is 306.5 g/mol. The compound is slightly soluble in water and also in ethanol. It appears in the form of white to off-white fine powder with a tallow-like (fatty)odor. The density of the compound is 1.07 g/cm3, and it is generally stored between the temperature of 2-8°C. The melting point of this compound is 270 °C, and its LogP value is 8.216. The compound is incompatible with strong oxidizing agents and is light-sensitive. It also forms a strong alkaline solution in its aqueous form. Its also finds huge applications across various industries.