AllanChem | Calcium Stearate
- CAS Number
- 1592-23-0
- Chemical Name
- Calcium Stearate
- Chemical Family
- Calcium SaltsStearates
- Molecular Formula
- C₃₆H₇₀CaO₄
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.
Properties
- Physical Form
- Powder
- Pharma and Nutraceuticals Functions
- Anti-Caking Agent
Product families
Applications
- Other Non-Alcoholic Beverages
- Chemical Manufacturing
- Laboratory & Research
- Pharmaceutical Processing
- Food & Beverage Manufacturing
Product Families
- Carriers & Bulking Agents
- Formulation & Processing Aids
- Other Functional Additives
- Organic Salts
Other characteristics
- Brand
- AllanChem
- Synonyms
Calcium bis(stearate), Calcium distearate, Calcium octadecanoate
- Functions
- Anti-Caking Agent
- Ingredient Name
- Calcium Stearate
- Markets
- Food & Nutrition
- Healthcare & Pharma
- Industrial
- Appearance
- White to yellowish white powder
- Shelf LIfe
- 2 years
- Insoluble In
- Water
- Technology
- Base Chemicals & Intermediates
- Food Ingredients
- Pharmaceuticals & Nutraceuticals
- Packaging Type
- Bags
- Labeling Claims
- Kosher
- Storage Condition
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
- Applicable Processes
- Chemicals Production
- Chemical Inventories
- AICS (Australia)
- DSL (Canada)
- ECL (Korea)
- EINECS (EU)
- ELINCS (EU)
- ENCS (Japan)
- IECSC (China)
- KECI (Korea)
- Country Availability
- Mexico
- Food Ingredients Features
- High Quality
- Food Ingredients Functions
- Anti-Caking Agent
- Certifications and Compliance
- FCC Compliant
- ISO 9001
- Kosher
- RSPO Certified Sustainable Palm Oil
Technical data
Table 1 of 3
1 row| Characteristic | Value | Unit | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sieve Residue 200 mesh | max. 1 | % | MFACI030 |
Table 2 of 3
15 rows| Characteristic | Value | Unit | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Molecular Weight | 607.0 | g/mol | — |
| Identification Test (Freezing Point or Solidification Point) | min. 54 | °C | FCC |
| Oxide Content (as CaO) | 9.0 - 10.5 | % | MFACl062 |
| Melting Point | 145 - 160 | °C | — |
| Melting Point | 145 - 160 | °C | MFACI050 |
| Autoignition Temperature | 399.0 | °C | — |
| Specific Gravity (at 20°C) | 1.03 | — | — |
| Bulk Density | max. 260 | g/L | MFACI040 |
| Unsaponifiable Matter | max. 2.0 | % | MFACI350 |
| Loss on Drying | max. 4.0 | % | MFACI020 |
| FFA | max. 1.5 | % | MFACI010 |
| Alkalinity (as NaOH) | max. 0.1 | % | MFACl010 |
Table 3 of 3
5 rows| Characteristic | Value | Unit | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arsenic Content | max. 3 | ppm | MFACI390 |
| Lead Content | max. 2.0 | ppm | MFACI390 |
| Cadmium Content | max. 1.0 | ppm | MFACI390 |
| Mercury Content | max. 1.0 | ppm | MFACI390 |
| Total Heavy Metals Content | max. 10.0 | ppm | MFACI390 |
