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Product Bulletin 10/28/2004 |
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MATHE® POTASSIUM STEARATE |
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| DESCRIPTION |
| MATHE® Potassium Stearate is characterized by a high melting point, making it suitable for high temperature lubricating applications, particularly in polyolefin applications. In addition, potassium stearate is readily soluble in hot water and many alcohols. |
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| TYPICAL PROPERTIES |
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| Total Ash, % |
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14.0 |
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| Moisture, % |
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0.5 |
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| Free Fatty Acid, % |
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1.0 |
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| Soluble Salts, % |
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0.5 |
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| Softening Point, C |
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235° |
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| Apparent Density, lbs/ft3 |
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48 |
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| % Thru 20 mesh |
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100 |
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Appearance: Free flowing white powder. |
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| APPLICATIONS |
- High Temperature Plastics: MATHE® Potassium Stearate`s high melting point makes it an excellent processing aid and lubricant for certain polyolefins.
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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® Potassium Stearate for additional health, safety, and environmental information. | |
| PACKAGING |
| MATHE® Potassium Stearate 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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