Calcium Palmitate
CAS Number: 542-42-7
Grade: FCC, Kosher
Packaging: Bag
CAS Number: 542-42-7
Grade: FCC, Kosher
Packaging: Bag
Calcium Palmitate
Calcium palmitate is a fatty acid salt, specifically the calcium salt of palmitic acid (a 16-carbon saturated fatty acid).
Chemical Formula: Ca(C₁₆H₃₁O₂)₂
CAS Number: 542-42-7
Grade: FCC, Kosher
Appearance: white, crystalline solid.
Uses:
Anticaking agent: Primarily prevents clumping and caking in powdered foods.
Lubricating agent: It is used in ointments and other cosmetic products due to its softening properties.
Industries and Common Applications:
Food industry: It is a most common application as a food additive in various processed and powdered food products to prevent clumping and stabilize emulsions.
Pharmaceutical industry: In some specific formulations, used as lubricants and emulsifying agents in ointments and other products.
Cosmetic industry: It is used in limited applications as a thickener and emulsifier in specific cosmetic products.