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Zinc Stearate TM
€66.82
VAT included
le carton
This zinc stearate (C36 H70 O4 Zn) is a metallic additive, we speak of metallic "salt" of fatty acid.
It is a white hydrophobic solid that repels water. It is insoluble in polar solvents such as alcohol or ether, but dissolves well when hot in aromatic solvents.
It is a powerful release agent.
Properties
- Anti-adherent
- Thickener
- Anti-caking agent
- Phase transfer catalyst for the saponification of fats
- Hydrophobic
Application examples
– Zinc stearate is mainly used in the plastics and rubber, polyurethane and polyester industry, as a release agent and easily incorporated lubricant.
– It is also used in metallurgy for its non-stick properties.
– Zinc stearate is also used in the manufacture of soaps, detergents and cleaning products, glues, paper and cardboard, etc.
Available forms
Powder
Packaging in 12.5kg bags
ADC is a supplier of metallic zinc stearate.
