| Chemistry name: | iron stearate |
| M Formula: | Fe(C18H35O2)3 |
| Properties: | |
| Light-brown powder. Soluble in alcohol and ether; insoluble in water. Combustible. | |
| Derivation: | |
| Interaction of solutions of ferric sulfate and sodium stearate. | |
| Use: | |
| Varnish driers, photocopying. | |