CALCIUM STEARATE GL 34 HYDENSE® (5485)

CALCIUM STEARATE GL 34 HYDENSE® (5485) is a single-ingredient product identified as calcium stearate, belonging to the calcium salts and stearates chemical families. It is also known by synonyms such as calcium bis(stearate), calcium distearate, and calcium octadecanoate.

Principal: Baerlocher Production USA LLC

Functions: Acid Scavenger, Lubricant (External), Processing Aid

Processing Methods: Extrusion

End Uses: Rigid PVC

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Identification & Functionality

Blend
No
Chemical Family
Chemical Name
Function
Acid Scavenger, Processing Aid, Lubricant (External)
Plastics & Elastomers Functions
Product Code
MITM01837
Single Ingredient
Yes
Synonyms
Calcium bis(stearate), Calcium distearate, Calcium octadecanoate
Technologies
Product Families

Features & Benefits

Materials Features
Key Features

Acid Scavenging

Highly overbased to be a very effective acid scavenger.

Key Features

Calcium Stearate GL34 is a medium-density stearate for polymer applications, particularly for rigid polyvinylchloride extrusions, requiring a lubricant or processing aid of relatively fine particle size with good feeding and handling characteristics.

Applications & Uses

Plastics & Elastomers End Uses
Plastics & Elastomers Processing Methods

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type

Principal Information

Group Principal Number
S002958
Principal

Storage & Handling

Handling Information

The good flow characteristics of the product prevent problems with bridging and caking while facilitating use in many bulk handling or conveying and automated weighing and metering systems.

Other

Item Number
USA/DOT UN Number
Not Applicable
Chemical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Ash Content11.0-12.5 %%
Assay11.0-125.0 %%calcium oxide
Shelf Life & Stability
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Shelf Life0.0 dd
Physical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Bulk Density15.0-19.0 lb/ft³lb/ft³
Moisture Contentmax. 3.2 %%
Sieve Fractionation (Through)max. 5.0 %%-200 Us Mesh
Material Composition
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Free Fatty Acids Contentmax. 0.5 %%