Zinc stearate
CAS Number557-05-1
Formula[CH3(CH2)16COO]2Zn
Mol. Weight632.33 g/mol
Zinc stearate
What is Zinc stearate?
Zinc stearate is a chemical compound with CAS number 557-05-1 and molecular formula [CH3(CH2)16COO]2Zn. It is used in various industrial and research applications.
Specifications
Linear Formula
[CH3(CH2)16COO]2Zn
Molecular Weight
632.33 g/mol
Grade
CP
Assay/Purity
10-12% Zn basis
Impurities
≤3.5% free acid (as stearic acid)
Solubility
alcohol: insoluble(lit.)
benzene: soluble(lit.)
diethyl ether: insoluble(lit.)
water: insoluble(lit.)