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- Manufacturer: PMC Biogenix
- Product Line: PMC Metallic Stearates
- Product: PMC Lithium Stearates
- Industries: Adhesives | Elastomers | Lubricant Formulation | Metal Processing & Fabrication | Plastics
- Authorized Countries: Canada | Mexico | United States
Lithium Stearate 306
Lithium Stearate 306 is designed for lubricant-based greases, specifically those used in food processing. It is slightly more acidic than Lithium Stearate 304.
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Specifications
Form: Powder
Color: White
Melting point: 212°C (414°F)
Solubility in water: Insoluble
Molecular weight: 290.42 g
Primary Chemistry:
Lithium Stearate
- Manufacturer: PMC Biogenix
- Product Line: PMC Metallic Stearates
- Product: PMC Lithium Stearates
- Industries: Adhesives | Elastomers | Lubricant Formulation | Metal Processing & Fabrication | Plastics
- Authorized Countries: Canada | Mexico | United States
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Overview
Lithium stearate is distilled from animal and vegetable sources. Lithium Stearate 306 is insoluble in benzene, toluene, and xylenes. This grade offers thickening properties for lubricating grease, as well as stabilization for cosmetics and plastic processing.
Specifications
Form: Powder
Color: White
Melting point: 212°C (414°F)
Solubility in water: Insoluble
Molecular weight: 290.42 g
Primary Chemistry:
Lithium Stearate
Features & Benefits
- Safe for food processing
- Meets synthetic lubricant-based grease requirements
- Can be in paper components touching food
- Corrosion inhibitor for petroleum
Problems Solved
Inadequate lubrication performance in synthetic lubricants or greases
Limited resistance of thickeners to high temperatures in greases
Regulatory clearances for use in food processing applications
Applications
Personal care
Cosmetics
Food contact packaging
Plastic packaging
Paper or cardboard
Greases, oils, and lubricants
Polymeric coatings
Intermediate chemical manufacturing
Rubber gaskets and seals
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