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Calcium Stearate Regular, Powder
Calcium Stearate Regular, Powder is manufactured using the fusion process. The regular grade of Calcium stearate is often used for general purposes and ceramics.
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- Manufacturer: PMC Biogenix
- Product Line: PMC Metallic Stearates
- Product: PMC Calcium Stearates
- Industries: Adhesives | Building & Construction | Coatings | Elastomers | Metal Processing & Fabrication | Plastics
- Authorized Countries: Canada | Mexico | United States
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Overview
Calcium stearate is a carboxylate which is formed from stearic acid and calcium oxide. Its primary uses are as a flow agent, stabilizer, thickener, and surface conditioner. Calcium Stearate Regular, Powder acts as a catalyst neutralizer and lubricant in various polymer resins, such as polypropylene (PP). This particular grade of calcium stearate is in powder form and offers multiple performance benefits depending on your application.
Specifications
Color: White
Form: Powder
CAS number: 1592-23-0
Water S-soluble salts %: 0.00–0.29
Molecular formula: C36H70CaO4
Fineness, % thru 40 mesh: 100.00 (min)
Fineness, % thru 325 mesh: 99.00–100.00
Water %: 0.00–3.00
Melting point: 160 °C
Insoluble in H2O
Free fatty acids (as stearic): 0.50 (max)
Primary Chemistry:
Calcium stearate
Features & Benefits
- Great in uses such as thin fibers and films as a waterproofing agent
- Release agent, lubricant, and anti-tack for plastics
- In plastics, it may act as an acid scavenger or neutralizer
- Does not melt but will reach the plastic phase at a normal processing temperature
- Great catalyst/neutralizer
- Efflorescence control of cement, concrete and masonry for hydrophobic benefits
Problems Solved
High cost of refined calcium stearates for use in ceramics and industrial applications
Coarse or large particle size of calcium stearates for use in plastics and thin-film applications
Difficulties in modifying the melt temperature in high-temperature applications
Applications
Adhesives
Coatings
Compounders and masterbatches
Packaging (plastic, paper, paperboard)
Rigid PVC
Ceramics
Concrete
Lubricants, greases, and oils
Fabrics
Pencils and crayons
Related Applications
Building & Construction
Coatings
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Elastomers
Metal Processing & Fabrication
Plastics
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Coatings
Elastomers
Plastics
Related Processes
Elastomers
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