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Product Bulletin 8/16/2004 |
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MATHE® CALCIUM STEARATE FOOD GRADE/NF/KOSHER |
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| DESCRIPTION |
| Mathe® Calcium Stearate Food Grade/NF/Kosher is a food grade calcium stearate which meets the Food Chemicals Codex, The National Formulary requirements, and is manufactured under rabbinical supervision to be certified kosher approved. |
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| TYPICAL PROPERTIES |
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| Total Ash, % |
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10.0 |
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| Moisture, % |
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1.75 |
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| Free Fatty Acid, % |
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0.5 |
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| Soluble Salts, % |
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Nil |
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| Softening Point, C |
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155° |
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| Apparent Density, lbs/ft3 |
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10 |
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| % Thru 325 mesh |
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100 |
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Appearance: Free flowing fine white powder. |
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| APPLICATIONS |
- Cosmetic and toiletries applications as a water-in-oil emulsifier, flow aid in dry powders, and to impart water repellence.
- Anti-caking agent in dry powder mixes or as a mold release in tableting food and pharmaceuticals.
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| STORAGE AND HANDLING RECOMMENDATIONS |
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Storage |
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Store at ambient temperatures away from sources of heat or from places of extreme moisture. |
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Fire |
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Use water from a safe distance, preferably with a fog nozzle. |
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Handling |
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Avoid contact with skin or eyes. Safety goggles are recommended. |
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Spills |
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Clean up immediately. Sweep up and discard in a closed container. |
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Disposal |
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Consult Federal, State, and Local regulations. Consult the telephone book or EPA for list of approved disposal companies. |
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Other |
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See MSDS for MATHE® Calcium Stearate Food Grade/NF/Kosher for additional health, safety, and environmental information. | |
| PACKAGING |
| MATHE® Calcium Stearate Food Grade/NF/Kosher is packaged in 50 lb. multiwall bags, unitized on non-returnable wooden pallets. Please contact your Norac sales representative to discuss your special packaging requirements. |
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