TDS · EM003

Technical Data Sheet – Vegetable Stearic Acid

Technical Data Sheet for Vegetable Stearic Acid, issued by Handymade.

Product code: EM003
Date of issue: September 10, 2026
Status: Validproduct document without time limit

01General identification data

Parameter	Value
HS code	38231100
Product color	White
Country of origin	Sweden
Origin of product	Vegetable
Storage conditions	Store in a cool place, Keep container tightly closed, Store in the original container, Store in a dry and clean environment

02Formulation parameters

Parameter	Value	Unit
Free from	Paraben-free, Vegan, GMO-free
Formulation phase	Oil phase
Function in formulation	Thickener, Emollient, Co-emulsifier, Stabilizer
HLB value	15
Ionic character	Non-ionic
Application area	Body, Face, Hair, Hands
Recommended processing temperature	> 70	°C
Recommended dosage range	1 – 25	%
Application	Skin care, Hair care, Decorative cosmetics, Soaps, Body care
Solubility	Partially soluble in alcohol, Oil-soluble, Water-insoluble
Application type	Rinse-off, Leave-on
Suitable for	All skin types

03Sustainability and certifications

Parameter	Value	Unit
Biodegradability	Easily Biodegradable (OECD 301)
Certifications	RSPO MB (Mass Balance), Kosher
Natural Index (NI ISO 16128)	1,00
Natural Origin Index (NOI ISO 16128)	1,00
Renewable Carbon Content (RCC)	100	%

04Regulation and Safety

Parameter	Value
Allergens	The product does not contain known skin allergens., The product does not contain any of the fragrance allergens listed in Annex III of Regulation (EC) No. 1223/2009, as amended, including Commission Regulation (EU) 2023/1545., The product does not contain food allergens.
BSE/TSE	The product does not contain materials of animal origin and, due to the absence of animal-derived materials and the production process, contamination or cross-contamination with BSE/TSE can be excluded.
CITES	The product is not derived from endangered species listed in the CITES Appendices and therefore does not require CITES certification.
Product CMR classification	The product is not classified as carcinogenic, mutagenic, or toxic to reproduction (CMR) according to Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008.
Ethylene oxide	Ethylene oxide is not used in the production process of this product.
GMO	The product has not been produced using genetically modified organisms (GMOs) as raw materials or GMO-derived processing aids and does not contain residues from GMO sources according to Regulations (EC) No. 1829/2003 and 1830/2003.
CLP classification	This substance is not classified as hazardous according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 (CLP), and therefore a Safety Data Sheet (SDS) is not required for it under Article 31 of Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006 (REACH).
Microplastics (EU 2023/2055)	This product does not contain intentionally added synthetic polymer microparticles pursuant to Commission Regulation (EU) 2023/2055.
Nanomaterials	Nanomaterials are not used in, added to, or generated during the manufacturing of this product in accordance with Regulation (EC) No. 1223/2009.
CMR ingredient content	The product does not contain any ingredients classified as carcinogenic, mutagenic, or toxic to reproduction (CMR).
VOC content	Volatile organic compounds (VOC) are not expected to be present in the product.
Treatment with ionising radiation	The product has not been treated with ionising radiation at any stage before, during, or after the production process.
Parabens	The product is free from parabens.
Proposition 65	None of the components of this product are listed on the California Proposition 65 list.
REACH status	The product is registered according to Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006 (REACH).
Residual solvents	No residual solvents are used in or expected to remain from the production process of this product.
SVHC	The product is neither listed as a Substance of Very High Concern (SVHC) nor does it contain any material listed as an SVHC according to Article 59 of Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006 (REACH).
Heavy metals	Relevant heavy metals are not expected to be present in the product above applicable limits.
Animal testing	Product is not tested on animals in accordance with Regulation (EC) No. 1223/2009.

05Additional information

Parameter	Value
Composition	Stearic Acid 48–52 %, Palmitic Acid 44–49 %

The information contained in this document is provided in good faith and to the best of our current knowledge. It is provided without warranty and does not constitute a guarantee of the product's suitability for any particular purpose. The customer bears sole responsibility for verifying the suitability, safety and compliance of the product for the intended use and final application. Where necessary, appropriate tests should be carried out before use. All information is considered accurate as at the date of issue; however, product data may change. We therefore recommend that customers keep their technical documentation up to date. This document may not be reproduced, disclosed or distributed, in whole or in part, without the prior written consent of Handymade s.r.o.