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AllanChem | Calcium Stearate

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AllanChem Calcium Stearate is an organic powder used as a carrier and bulking agent, formulation and processing aid, and functional additive. This high-quality product is used as an anti-caking agent. It is used in chemical and pharmaceutical manufacturing.

Ingredient Name: Calcium Stearate

Chemical Name: Calcium Stearate

CAS Number: 1592-23-0

Functions: Anti-Caking Agent

Synonyms: Calcium bis(stearate), Calcium distearate, Calcium octadecanoate

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Identification & Functionality

Chemical Name
Ingredient Name
Food Ingredients Functions
Pharma & Nutraceuticals Functions
Molecular formula
C₃₆H₇₀CaO₄

Features & Benefits

Labeling Claims
Food Ingredients Features

Applications & Uses

Applicable Processes

Properties

Physical Form
Appearance
White to yellowish white powder
Insoluble in
Water
Particle Size Distribution
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Sieve Residue 200 meshmax. 1%MFACI030
Specifications
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Molecular Weight607.0g/mol
Identification Test (Freezing Point or Solidification Point)min. 54°CFCC
Oxide Content (as CaO)9.0 - 10.5%MFACl062
Melting Point145 - 160°C
Melting Point145 - 160°CMFACI050
Autoignition Temperature399.0°C
Specific Gravity (at 20°C)1.03
Bulk Densitymax. 260g/LMFACI040
Unsaponifiable Mattermax. 2.0%MFACI350
Loss on Dryingmax. 4.0%MFACI020
FFAmax. 1.5%MFACI010
Alkalinity (as NaOH)max. 0.1%MFACl010
Chloride Contentmax. 0.1%MFACI470
Sulphates Contentmax. 0.3%MFACI470
Calcium Content6.4 - 7.4%MFACI062
Heavy Metals
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Arsenic Contentmax. 3ppmMFACI390
Lead Contentmax. 2.0ppmMFACI390
Cadmium Contentmax. 1.0ppmMFACI390
Mercury Contentmax. 1.0ppmMFACI390
Total Heavy Metals Contentmax. 10.0ppmMFACI390

Regulatory & Compliance

Packaging & Availability

Country Availability
Packaging Type
Regional Availability
  • Central America
  • Mexico
  • North America

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life
2 years
Storage Conditions
  • Store in dry, cool, well-ventilated areas away from incompatible materials, food and drink. Transter only to approved containers having correct labeling.
  • Hygroscopic material! Keep container tightly closed to prevent moisture absorption. Protect container against physical damage.
  • Containers that have been opened must be carefully resealed and kept upright to prevent spillage. Containers of this material are hazardous when empty as they may retain product residues.
  • Use appropriate containment to avoid environmental contamination. Ventilate closed areas Do not take internally Keep out of reach of children