RBD Palm Stearin

Our Palm Stearin Product

Our stearin is a specially formulated, high-quality vegetable oil derived from palm fruits, renowned for its versatility in culinary and industrial applications. This premium stearin is ideal for a range of uses, including cooking, frying, baking, soap making and margarine production.

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Palm Stearin

Packing: 20KG per Carton

  • High Stability: Excellent for deep frying and cooking at high temperatures.
  • Health Benefits: Trans fat and cholesterol-free, with a balanced fatty acid profile (50% saturated, 40% monounsaturated, 10% polyunsaturated) and rich in Vitamin E.
  • Neutral: Slightly yellowish and odorless, ensuring no impact on flavor.

Types: Palm Oil

Grade: 36-39 Melting point

Processing Type: Physically modified

Purity (%): 100

Uses: Soap making, frying, cooking margarine stock

Palm Stearin Packaging Options
(Available in Drums and Flexibag)

Cooking Margarine Stock or Soap Making Using Palm Stearin

Packing: 20KG per Carton

Types: Palm Oil

Grade: 36-39 Melting point

Purity (%): 100

Instruction for use: Keep in Cool Place

About Palm Stearin 101

Palm stearin is a widely used vegetable shortening and frying oil derived from palm fruits. Known for its health benefits, it is free from trans fats and cholesterol. Palm stearin is highly valued for its stability at high temperatures, making it an excellent choice for deep frying, cooking, baking, and even soap making.

This oil boasts a high smoke point, ensuring it remains stable and does not burn during high-temperature applications. It contains approximately 50% saturated fatty acids, 40% monounsaturated fatty acids, and 10% polyunsaturated fatty acids. Palm stearin has a slightly yellowish color, is odorless, and is rich in Vitamin E, particularly α-tocotrienol. Its versatility and stability make it a preferred choice for a wide range of culinary and industrial uses.

Palm Oil vs. Palm Olein vs. Palm Stearin: Key Differences Explained

AspectPalm OilPalm OleinPalm Stearin
StateSemi-solid at room temperatureLiquid at room temperatureSolid at room temperature
Fatty AcidsBalanced mix of saturated and unsaturatedHigher in unsaturated fatsHigher in saturated fats
Main UsesCooking, manufacturing, biofuelsCooking oils, fryingMargarine, candles, industrial uses
Health AspectContains both saturated and unsaturated fatsGenerally healthier (more unsaturated fats)More saturated fats
StabilityStable, versatileLess stable compared to stearinMore stable, longer shelf life

Learn more about palm oil olein here.

Palm Stearin Applications: From Food Production to Industrial Uses

Food Industry

  • Plant-Based Margarine and Spreads: Palm stearin is widely used as a solid fat component in margarine. Its consistency and melting behavior make it ideal for spreads that need to remain solid at room temperature but spreadable when slightly chilled.
  • Shortening: In baking, palm stearin serves as a shortening agent, providing the desired flakiness and texture to pastries and crusts.
  • Chocolate and Confectionery: It’s used in making chocolates and other confectionery items as a substitute for cocoa butter, due to its similar melting properties.
  • Frying Fats: Due to its high oxidative stability, palm stearin is often used in frying fats, as it does not break down easily at high temperatures.
  • Non-Dairy Creamers and Whipping Creams: It adds the desired creaminess and stability to non-dairy creamers and is used in whipping creams for its ability to hold air.

Non-Food Industry

  • Soap Making: Palm stearin is a key ingredient in soap manufacturing. Its high stearic acid content contributes to the hardness and lathering properties of the soap.
  • Candle Making: The solid nature and burning properties of palm stearin make it suitable for use in candle production, often as an alternative to paraffin wax.
  • Cosmetics: In cosmetics, palm stearin is used in products like lotions, creams, and lipsticks for its emollient properties and as a texture enhancer.
  • Lubricants and Greases: Its stability at high temperatures and solid state at ambient temperatures make it useful in certain industrial lubricants and greases.

Animal Feed

Feedstock: Palm stearin can be used as a component in animal feed, particularly for energy-rich feed due to its high-fat content.

Biofuel Production

Biodiesel: Palm stearin can be converted into biodiesel. It’s particularly suitable for this purpose due to its renewable nature and the efficiency of the conversion process.

Other Industrial Uses

Plastics and Surfactants: In certain industrial applications, palm stearin is used as a raw material for producing surfactants and in the manufacturing of biodegradable plastics.

About Palm Stearin FAQ

Palm stearin is high in saturated fats, which can impact heart health and cholesterol levels if consumed in excess. While it’s a common ingredient in various processed foods, moderation is key.

Healthier alternatives might include oils higher in unsaturated fats. The healthiness of palm stearin also depends on an individual’s overall diet and lifestyle. As with any fat, it’s essential to consider it as part of a balanced diet.

Hard stearin and soft stearin are types of palm oil. The difference is in how solid they are at room temperature. Hard stearin is solid like butter, good for making margarine and shortening. Soft stearin is softer, like oil, used for things like making sweets and baking.

Palm stearin, high in saturated fats like palmitic and stearic acids, contrasts with oils rich in monounsaturated or polyunsaturated fats, such as olive or flaxseed oil. Solid at room temperature, it resembles animal fats like butter, and is ideal for products needing solid fats, like margarine. This differs from the uses of liquid vegetable oils in cooking. While offering high oxidative stability and a longer shelf life, its saturated fat content links it to higher cholesterol and heart disease risk, unlike the heart-healthy unsaturated fats in oils like olive. Palm stearin’s unique properties make it valuable for specific applications, but its health profile differs from unsaturated fat-rich oils.

Yes, palm stearin can be used in vegan or vegetarian products. It is derived from palm oil, a plant-based source, and does not contain any animal products or byproducts. Therefore, it’s suitable for inclusion in vegan and vegetarian diets. However, it’s important for consumers to consider the environmental impact of palm oil production, which has raised concerns regarding sustainability and ethical sourcing.