Palm Kernel Fatty Acid

Description :

Overview of Palm Kernel Fatty Acid

Palm Kernel Fatty Acid (PKFA) is a natural fatty acid obtained from palm kernel oil through hydrolysis and distillation processes. It mainly contains lauric acid, myristic acid, oleic acid, and other medium-chain fatty acids, making it suitable for various industrial and formulation uses.

Distilled Palm Kernel Fatty Acid is known for its consistent composition, purity, and performance, especially in lubricants, soaps, surfactants, and specialty chemical applications. The molecular weight of palm kernel fatty acid varies depending on its fatty acid composition, but it typically falls within the medium-chain fatty acid range.

Palm Kernel Fatty Acid is different from palm oil because it is derived from the kernel of the palm fruit, not the pulp, and is more suitable for chemical and industrial use.

Application of Palm Kernel Fatty Acid

Lubricants and Industrial Oils

Palm kernel fatty acid is widely used in industrial lubricants and metalworking fluids due to its good lubricity and thermal stability. It is often blended with:

• Oleic Acid

• Stearic Acid
  
  

Soap and Detergent Manufacturing

Due to its high lauric content, palm kernel fatty acid is used in soap noodles, detergents, and cleansing formulations, providing good foaming and cleaning properties. It works well with Lauric Acid.

Surfactants and Chemical Formulations

It acts as a raw material for surfactants, emulsifiers, and esters, commonly used in personal care and industrial chemicals, along with Fatty Alcohol.

Textile and Rubber Processing

Palm kernel fatty acid is used as a processing aid and lubricant in textile finishing and rubber compounding applications.

Where to Buy Palm Kernel Fatty Acid

Palm Kernel Fatty Acid Manufacturer

Palm Kernel Fatty Acid is produced under controlled processing conditions to ensure stable composition, low impurities, and reliable performance.

Palm Kernel Fatty Acid Supplier & Distributor

Chemicalbull supplies Palm Kernel Fatty Acid and Distilled Palm Kernel Fatty Acid for lubricant, detergent, surfactant, and industrial applications. As a dependable supplier, distributor, trader, and exporter, we focus on the right quality, right price, and correct product information.

Safety and Handling Guidelines

• Store in a cool, dry place

• Keep containers tightly closed

• Avoid prolonged skin contact

• Use basic protective gloves during handling

When handled properly, Palm Kernel Fatty Acid is safe and stable for industrial use.

MSDS for Palm Kernel Fatty Acid

A Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) is available on request, covering handling, storage, safety measures, and regulatory details.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What is Palm Kernel Fatty Acid?

   There is a type of fatty acid that comes from palm kernel oil. Mostly utilized in chemical and industrial applications.
   
   

2. What is Palm Kernel Fatty Acid used for?

   It is used in lubricants, soaps, detergents, surfactants, and chemical formulations.
   
   

3. What is the difference between palm kernel fatty acid and palm oil?

   Palm kernel fatty acid comes from the kernel and is processed for industrial use, while palm oil comes from the fruit pulp and is mainly edible.
   
   

4. What is the composition of Palm Kernel Fatty Acid?

   It is mostly composed of myristic acid, lauric acid and oleic acid as well as other fatty acids with medium chains.
   
   

5. Is Distilled Palm Kernel Fatty Acid better for industrial use?

   Yes Distilled grades provide greater quality, consistency and efficiency in industrial applications.