Product Description

LAURIC ACID is a saturated fatty acid with a linear twelve-carbon chain, naturally present in coconut and palm kernel oils. This high-purity raw material is characterized by excellent stability and controlled physico-chemical parameters, making it particularly valued in industrial, cosmetic, and food applications.

ECSA Chemicals distributes LAURIC ACID in various formats (canisters, drums, and cans), with complete technical documentation and available stock for fast deliveries in Italy, Switzerland, and the European Union.

Main Applications:

• Surfactants and detergents: used as a key intermediate in the production of sodium lauryl sulfate and other anionic surfactants for personal care and household cleaning products
• Cosmetics and personal care: employed in formulations of soaps, shampoos, and skincare products for its emollient properties and ability to generate stable foam
• Food industry: utilized as a food additive and processing aid, particularly in the manufacture of food-grade emulsifiers and flavor compounds
• Industrial lubricants: serves as a base component for the production of metallic soaps and specialty lubricants for plastics processing