Barium Stearate is a compound formed from barium salts and stearic acid, supplied as a fine, white, and free-flowing powder. Owing to its excellent thermal stability, lubricating properties, and resistance to moisture, light, and oxidation, it is widely used as an additive in plastics, rubber, and coating industries. Its unique characteristics allow it not only to function as an effective stabilizer but also to improve processing efficiency and the overall quality of finished products.
As an effective heat stabilizer, Barium Stearate helps prevent the thermal degradation of polymers during processing and prolonged exposure to heat, thereby enhancing product durability and stability. It also provides excellent lubrication, reducing both internal and external friction and improving material flow during manufacturing processes. Additional advantages include good transparency, color stability, electrical insulation properties, water repellency, and non-sulfur staining performance. Furthermore, it exhibits excellent synergistic effects when used in combination with other stabilizing systems.
Barium Stearate is widely used in the production of rigid and flexible PVC products such as films, sheets, pipes, hoses, and artificial leather, where it serves as both a heat stabilizer and lubricant. In the plastics and polymer industries, it improves mold release, processing behavior, and surface finish quality. In rubber manufacturing, it promotes better dispersion of additives, reduces friction, and improves processing efficiency. It is also used in paints, inks, and coatings to enhance stability, uniformity, and resistance to heat. In addition, it finds application in industrial greases, lubricating oils, masterbatches, and specialized polymer formulations as an anti-friction and performance-enhancing additive.
“ Uniform granulation ”
| Appearance | Powder |
| Colour | White |
| Ash content % | 28 |
| Water content % | 2 Max |
| Free fatty acid % | 0/7 |
| Melting Point ℃ | 200 |
| Bulk Density g/l | 200 |
| Application | Plastic - rubber - wax - candle product |