Molecular formula: Ca[CH3(CH2)16COO]2
CAS NO.:1592-23-0
Molecular structural formula:
Application
Calcium stearate is applied in tablet manufacturing as lubricant or mould releasing agent, also used in the manufacturing production of honey powder or in a variety of seasonings and flavors such as garlic salt, meat tenderizers, salad-dressing mixes etc.
Test Itmes |
Specification |
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Standard |
USP |
BP |
Food grade |
Assay CaO % |
9.0-10.5 |
9.0-10.5 |
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Assay Ca % |
6.4-7.4 |
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Free fatty Acid % |
≤3.0 |
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Chloride % |
≤0.1 |
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Sulfate % |
≤0.3 |
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Loss on Drying % |
≤4.0 |
≤6.0 |
≤4.0 |
Heavy metals ppm |
≤10 |
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Nickel ppm |
≤5 |
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Lead ppm |
≤10 |
≤2 |
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Cadmium ppm |
≤3 |
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Freezing point ℃ |
≥54 |
≥53 |
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Stearic acid % |
≥40 |
≥40 |
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Stearic acid & palmitic acid % |
≥90 |
≥90 |
Package
The PE film lined the polywoven bag. Net wt: 20kg/bag, or follow customer’s packing instructions.