Stearate
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Stearate
is the anion form of stearic acid
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Formula is C17H35COO−.
is the anion form of stearic acid
Stearic acid
Stearic acid is the saturated fatty acid with an 18 carbon chain and has the IUPAC name octadecanoic acid. It is a waxy solid, and its chemical formula is CH316CO2H. Its name comes from the Greek word στέαρ "stéatos", which means tallow. The salts and esters of stearic acid are called stearates...
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Formula is C17H35COO−.
Examples
- Sodium stearateSodium stearateSodium stearate, or sodium octadecanoate, is the sodium salt of stearic acid. It is the major component of some types of soap, especially those made from animal fat. It is found in many types of solid deodorants, rubbers, latex paints, and inks. It is also a component of some food additives and...
, Na(C17H35COO) - Calcium stearateCalcium stearateCalcium stearate is carboxylate of calcium that is found in some lubricants and surfactants. It is a white waxy powder.-Production and occurrence:Calcium stearate is produced by heating stearic acid, a fatty acid, and calcium oxide:...
, Ca(C17H35COO)2 - Magnesium stearateMagnesium stearateMagnesium stearate, also called octadecanoic acid, magnesium salt, is a white substance which is solid at room temperature. It has the chemical formula . It is a salt containing two equivalents of stearate and one magnesium cation...
, Mg(C17H35COO)2