Calcium Stearate

Calcium stearate, known for its physiological safety, has gained increasing importance due to its insolubility in most solvents. It only dissolves in aromatic compounds when heated, chlorinated hydrocarbons, or vegetable and mineral oils and waxes.

Calcium stearate is primarily used in the plastic industry as a lubricant, mold release agent, and acid breaker. The pharmaceutical and cosmetic industries utilize calcium stearate as an anti-caking additive for powders and granules, as well as an additive for tablet compression.

In the construction industry, it is employed as a hydrophobic agent to prevent moisture absorption and protect buildings and structures.

Applications:

•         Plastic industry: Lubricant, mold release agent, and acid breaker.

•         Pharmaceutical and cosmetic industries: Anti-caking additive for powders and granules, tablet compression additive.

•         Construction industry: Hydrophobic agent to prevent moisture absorption.

•         PVC stabilization: Combined with other stearate salts for stabilizing PVC.

•         Rubber industry: Lubricant, release agent, and softening agent.

•         Abrasive paper: Lubricant and sanding sealer.

•         Food, feed, and cosmetics: Potential applications as additives.