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Calcium Stearate

Used in cosmetic products as anticaking, colorant, emulsion stabilising and viscosity controlling. Calcium Stearate is the calcium salt of stearic acid.

Allowed colorant

EU Cosmetics Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009, Annex IV/150.

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Calcium stearate chemical structure, C36H70CaO4, CAS 1592-23-0
Calcium stearate
CAS 1592-23-0C36H70CaO4
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Calcium stearate

IUPAC name: calcium bis(octadecanoate)

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Frequently asked questions

What is Calcium Stearate used for in cosmetics?

Calcium Stearate is used in cosmetic products as anticaking, colorant, emulsion stabilising and viscosity controlling. Calcium Stearate is the calcium salt of stearic acid.

Is Calcium Stearate restricted in cosmetics in the EU?

Calcium Stearate is listed in the annexes of EU Cosmetics Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009: Annex IV/150 (allowed colorant). ban substances that deplete the ozone layer Always check the full annex entry for the conditions of use.

What is the CAS number of Calcium Stearate?

Calcium Stearate is listed with CAS number 1592-23-0 and EC number 216-472-8.

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