- Functions:Stabilizer, Lubricant (Internal), Heat Stabilizer
- Chemical Family:Calcium & Calcium Compounds, Stearates
- Labeling Claims:Non-Toxic
Mittal Pigments (Mittal Group) Calcium stearate is a non-toxic stabilizer and lubricant with the molecular formula Ca(C18H35O2)2. It is an insoluble calcium salt of stearic acid. Commercially it is sold as a 50% dispersion in water or as a spray dried powder. As a food additive it is known by the E number E572.