Synonym：Octadecanoic acid calcium salt;Calcium distearate‌;
Appearance: White powder; Solubility: Insoluble in water
MF: C36H70CaO4;MW: 607.017 ;Density: 1.08g/cm ³
‌Main Applications of Food-Grade Calcium Stearate:
1.Anti-Caking Agent
Calcium stearate is commonly used in food as an anti-caking agent to prevent clumping in powdered foods (such as milk powder, sugar powder, spices, etc.),keep the products loose, and facilitate their use and storage.
2.‌Lubricant
In food processing, calcium stearate serves as a lubricant to prevent food from sticking to processing equipment. This enhances production efficiency, reduces waste.It is particularly suitable for the production of baked goods and confectionery.
3.Stabilizer
Calcium stearate can be used in food as a stabilizer to prevent the separation or precipitation of components in food, maintaining the uniformity and stability of the product. It is commonly applied in dairy products and beverages.