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Calcium stearate
Chemical identity, technical indicators, performance and application reference. Confirm specifications and regulatory suitability against supplier documentation.
Chemical identity
| English name | Calcium stearate |
|---|---|
| English synonyms | Calcium distearate;Octadecanoic acid calcium salt |
| Chinese name | 硬脂酸钙 |
| Chinese synonyms | 十八酸钙;硬脂酸钙盐 |
| Chemical category | Inorganic Salts |
| CAS No. | 1592-23-0 |
| EINECS No. | 216-472-8 |
| Molecular formula | C36H70CaO4 |
| Molecular weight | 607.02 |
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Technical indicators
Ca content 6.5–7.5%; free acid (as stearic acid) ≤0.5%; moisture ≤2.0%; melting point 140–160°C; residue on 200 mesh ≤0.1%
Performance characteristics
White powder, insoluble in water, good lubricity and heat stability
Application scenarios
PVC heat stabilizer/lubricant, plastics processing aid, cosmetic powder, pharmaceutical tablet lubricant