## Stearin

**Formula**
 
$C3H5(C18H35O2)3$

**Pyrotechnics use**


**Synonyms**

Stearic acid

**Description**

Stearin is used in conjunction with Aluminum flakes to help in the grinding process in making Dark Aluminum powder. It is also used in some fountain composition, which calls for stearin powder. Stearin is a glyceryl ester of stearic acid, derived from animal fats created as a by-product of processing beef. It is used as tallow in the manufacture of candles and soap.

**Sources** 

It can be bought as a candles in many shops. Purified (white) animal fat like pig is in most part made of stearic acid and is a good substitute for most application

**Hazards**
 
Evaporated stearin like all fat is slightly toxic for the lung
