As an internal lubricant in PVC and other polymers processing
Property
Unit
SLS
D
Colour & Appearance
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White Free Flowing Powder
Bulk Density * - Loose - Compact
gm/cc
0.16
0.4
0.20
0.5
Moisture ( at 105°C)
%
<1.0
<0.5
Electrolytes
Residue on 300 mesh
<0.2
<1.5
Melting Point
°C
160±5
150±10
Melt Quality
Clear & Transparent
Clear
CaO
8-10
Ash Content
10-12
Free Fatty Matter
<1
pH
7-8
TYPICAL PHYSIOCHEMICAL PROPERTIES OF CALCIUM STEARATE
Pure
L.C.
Appearance
White Fine Powder
9-10.5%
Melting Point (Centi)
150-155 Deg.
50-155 Deg.
Moisture Less than
3%
2%
Bulk Density
15-16 GMS per 100 cc
16-20 GMS per 100 cc
Fineness
250 Mesh
250 Mess
Free Fatty Acid
Max 0.5 % By wt.
Max 1 % By wt.
Use
P.V.C. Stabilisers, Paints, Anamels as Lubricants, Plastic Industiry etc.
Stabiliser for P.V.C. Lather