Stearic Acid is reckoned for its versatile quality. It acts as suitable dispersing and softening agent in rubber processing and paper production arena. In food processing field, this acid is used as quality modifier and emulsifier. This acid is used as one of the key ingredients for producing stearate.  It is utilized as an integral part of wax based products like candles. In cosmetics industry, Stearic Acid is used as softening factor.  In PVC production, it acts as an effective lubricant. White in color, this substance has gentle odor. High flash point, high boiling point and long storage life are some key aspects of this chemical.