White powder, insoluble in water, cold ethanol and ether, soluble in hot benzene, benzene and turpentine and other organic solvents, slightly soluble in hot ethanol and ether. It will decompose slowly when heated to 400℃, it is combustible, and it will decompose into stearic acid and corresponding calcium salt when encountering strong acid.
Synonyms:Stearic acid calcium salt;Stearinsaeure.
CAS NO.: 1592-23-0
MF:C36H70CaO4
MW:607.017
Appearance: white powder
Density: 1.08g/cm3
Application:
1. In stearin products, it can increase the speed of gelation when combined with basic lead salt and lead soap;
2. Used as halogen absorbent for polyethylene and polypropylene;
3. Used in food, cosmetics, plastic and rubber industries, mainly as lubricants, emulsifiers, stabilizers, release agents, accelerators, cosmetic base materials, etc;
4. In tablet manufacturing, calcium stearate is used as a good release agent. It is also used in the manufacture of honey powder and various seasonings, such as garlic salt, meat tenderizer powder and salad sauce, etc.;
5. Used as waterproofing agent, lubricant and plastic additives.