CALCIUM STEARATE NF POWDER

White, waxy powder

Calcium stearate is used as a flow agent in powders including some foods (such as Smarties), a surface conditioner in hard candies such as Sprees, a waterproofing agent for fabrics, a lubricant in pencils and crayons. The concrete industry uses calcium stearate for efflorescence control of cementitious products used in the production of concrete masonry units i.e. paver and block, as well as waterproofing. In paper production, calcium stearate is used as a lubricant to provide good gloss, preventing dusting and fold cracking in paper and paperboard making. In plastics, it can act as an acid scavenger or neutralizer at concentrations up to 1000ppm, a lubricant and a release agent. It may be used in plastic colorant concentrates to improve pigment wetting. In rigid PVC, it can accelerate fusion, improve flow, and reduce die swell. Applications in the personal care and pharmaceutical industry include tablet mold release, anti-tack agent, and gelling agent. Calcium stearate is a component in some types of defoamers.

Developed for PVC processing, exhibits superior internal and external lubricating properties, and provides excellent mold release in thermoplastic and thermoset molding. Can be used as an internal lubricant or partitioning agent in rubber where processing temperatures exceed the MP of 155C.

Calcium Stearate NF Powder; Unichem CS-200; Stearic Acid Calcium Salt, Octadecanoic Acid; Octadecanoic Acid Calcium Salt

Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances. Keep containers tightly closed.