Zinc Stearate    Molecular Formula:  Zn (C17H35COO)2    Molecular Weight:   632

     Specifications:

                           Appearance:                   Fine White Powder

                           Moisture (%)                  1.0 max.

                           Free Fatty Acid (%)         1.0 max.

                           Melting Point (° C)           118 – 124

                           Zinc Oxide Content (%)   13.2 min.

                           Retention:                     Nil on 200 mesh B.S.

                          Water Soluble Salts:         Almost nil

                          Specific Gravity:               1.095 – 1.1

 Packing:

       10 kg. in PP bags with inner PE liner

 Applications:

1)       When being combined with other metal soaps, it is used as a stabilizer in all non-toxic applications in PVC processing: e.g. film for food packaging, drinking straws, PVC materials for medical purposes. It gives good color and lubrication.

2)       Water proofing agent

3)       Anti-sticking agent and mould release agent in rubber industry.

4)       In paints,

(a)     In grinding of pigments/sanding sealer

(b)    Flattening agent – gives matte finish

5)       In pigment concentrates, elastomers, polystyrene and other light colored plastics.

6)       Applications where sulfur staining is not desired.