Stearic acid can be used as a base with emulsifiers, candles and cosmetics.
WHY H FOSTER?
Established in 1875, we are a leading UK chemical supplier, stocking fatty acids, stearic acid, oleic acid, esters and their related products, natural waxes, speciality oils and the latest ingredients for the formulator.
Globally sourced and of the highest quality, the products we stock have given us our unequalled reputation as a reliable supplier. We provide a personal service, offering you advice, quality products and innovative ingredients.
Reducing Emissions
We are committed to sustainable business operations, including responsible environmental management & continual improvement of our environmental performance.
Carbon Net Zero
We are in the process of understanding our carbon emissions and where these can be reduced. H Foster is investing into a woodlands project which will allow us to operate in good conscience, knowing that our emissions are being balanced out. Our Carbon Reduction Plan sets out our targets, highlights carbon reducing initiatives and helps us strategically manage our path to Net Zero Carbon by 2035.
Renewable Energy
Our waste disposal companies use electric trucks to reduce air pollution and 100% of our electricity comes from a renewable source. Internal Energy audits have begun in our sites to monitor and evaluate our energy usage.
POPULAR PRODUCT
Stearic Acid
Stearic acid can be used as a base with emulsifiers, candles and cosmetics. It’s an effective stabiliser, thickener and softener that creates a cooling sensation on the skin.
FEATURED PRODUCT
Kahl Waxes
Kahl & Co is one of the leading specialists in manufacturing and refining natural waxes, including beeswax, carnauba wax, candelilla wax and many others.
APPLICATIONS & INDUSTRIES
Transportation
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Wax & Leather
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Fatty Acids
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Stearic Acids
Container Waxes - Natural
Container Waxes - Paraffin
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Kahl Beeswax
Kahl Carnauba
Kahl Candillia Wax
Kahl Speciality Waxes
Kahl Micronised Waxes
Kahl Montam Waxes
Kahl Vegetable Waxes
Kahl Japan Wax Substitutes
Kahl Vegan Products
Paraffin & Candle Waxes
Fischer-Tropsch Wax
Micro Waxes
Ozokerites
Esters
Lanolin & Tallow Grease
Glycerine
Petroleum Jelly
Glacial Oceanic Clays
Fatty Alcohols
Melt & Pour Soap Bases
Exfoliants
Cellular Extracts
ABOUT US
When Henry Foster founded the company in 1875, he supplied products manufactured from tallow and wool grease to be used in the leather and textiles industries. Today, our customers range from major international companies to small-scale businesses. We supply to industries including lubricants, textile (both natural and man-made), metal finishing, rubber, plastics, soap making, cosmetics, candle making, printing inks, and more.
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