Tin(II) stearate is a metal-organic compound with the chemical formula C
18H
36SnO
2.[2] The compound is classified as a metallic soap, i.e. a metal derivative of a fatty acid (stearic acid).[3]
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Other names
Stannous octadecanoate, tin distearate[1]
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ECHA InfoCard | 100.027.515 |
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PubChem CID
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CompTox Dashboard (EPA)
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C 18H 36SnO 2 | |
Molar mass | 403.2 |
Appearance | colorless (white) crystals |
Density | 1.05 g/cm3 |
Melting point | 90 °C (194 °F; 363 K) |
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Except where otherwise noted, data are given for materials in their standard state (at 25 °C [77 °F], 100 kPa).
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Physical properties
editTin(II) stearate forms colorless (white) crystals.
The compound is insoluble in water.
Chemical properties
editTin(II) stearate reacts with sodium hydroxide solution or hydrochloric acid to form the tin(II) chloride or tin(II) chloride hydroxide.[4]
Uses
editThe compound is used in the pharmaceuticals and cosmetics industries as a thickener, film-forming polymer, and release agent.[4]
References
edit- ^ "Tin(II) stearate, Thermo Scientific | Fisher Scientific". Fisher Scientific. Retrieved 8 February 2023.
- ^ "Tin(II) stearate". Sigma Aldrich. Retrieved 8 February 2023.
- ^ "Tin(II) Stearate". American Elements. Retrieved 8 February 2023.
- ^ a b "GAA99459 Tin(II) stearate". biosynth.com. Retrieved 8 February 2023.