Calcium Stearate Explained
Properties of Calcium Stearate
Calcium Stearate is a substance formed by the reaction of stearic acid with calcium oxide when heated together. You can examine the page for detailed information.
- The substance, obtained in powder form, is used in the cosmetic industry, drug production, plastics, as a plasticizer, and as a surfactant. However, its most common use in daily life is in soap.
- Calcium Stearate has a white appearance with a silky texture. It is not toxic. It has resistance to water, making it waterproof. This is also because it does not dissolve in water.
- Other substances in which it does not dissolve include ether, cold alcohols, and acetone.
- Among the products it is used in, it provides resistance to color fading and prevents the formation of haze.
- Its stability continues even under high temperature conditions.
- To store it, dry and cool places away from sunlight should be used.
- It is available in packaging bags ranging from 20 kg to 500 kg. You can research the usage details of Calcium Stearate products on melos.com.tr.
Applications of Calcium Stearate
- It is generally preferred as a flow agent in areas where fluidity is important. It has very wide application areas, and is even used in food products and confectionery in the food industry.
- Due to its resistance to water and waterproofing properties, it is used in fabrics.
- Based on its lubricating property, it is preferred in pencils or pencil leads.
- Another area where its waterproofing property is utilized is the concrete industry. It prevents efflorescence.
- In addition to lubrication, it is used to prevent paper from dusting and to prevent cracks from forming on paper.
- Calcium Stearate also has a place in the plastics industry. It is preferred as an acid scavenger or for neutralization. It is included in concentrates used as plastic colorants to better heat color pigments. In the plastics industry, it is also used as a mold release agent and internal lubricant.
