Calcium Stearate Production Cost Reports

The report provides a detailed analysis essential for establishing a Calcium Stearate manufacturing plant. It encompasses all critical aspects necessary for Calcium Stearate production, including the cost of Calcium Stearate production, Calcium Stearate plant cost, Calcium Stearate production costs, and the overall Calcium Stearate manufacturing plant cost. Additionally, the study covers specific expenditures associated with setting up and operating a Calcium Stearate production plant. These encompass manufacturing processes, raw material requirements, utility requirements, infrastructure needs, machinery and technology requirements, manpower requirements, packaging requirements, transportation requirements, and more.

Calcium Stearate is an inorganic compound that finds huge application in various industries. It is widely used as a flow agent in the preparation of certain food products, including candies. It also finds its application in formulating various cosmetic products, as it acts as an anti-caking agent. It is also used in the form of a thickener in manufacturing greases and lubricants. It is also used as a mold-release agent for producing medicinal capsules and tablets. It also finds its application as a stabilizer and lubricant in the plastics industry to promote molding capabilities and enhance thermal stability.

The demand for Calcium Stearate is primarily driven by its potential applications in the food, plastics, cosmetics, personal care, and pharmaceutical industries, which contributes to its market expansion. Its application as a stabilizing agent in producing granulated food products also promotes its demand in the food industry. Its usage in manufacturing certain cosmetic items, such as body powder, etc., and in the formulation of tablets for medical purposes further boost its demand in the cosmetics and pharmaceutical industries. Its application in processing concrete and paper remarkably enhances its market growth. Additionally, factors such as its application in the pharmaceutical industry, the availability of raw materials (Stearic acid, etc.), cost and pricing, sustainability practices, and quality standards are crucial factors that influence industrial Calcium Stearate procurement worldwide.

Raw Material for Calcium Stearate Production

According to the Calcium Stearate manufacturing plant project report, the major raw materials for Calcium Stearate production include Stearic Acid-Calcium Oxide.

Manufacturing Process of Calcium Stearate

The extensive Calcium Stearate production cost report consists of the following industrial manufacturing process:

• Production from Stearic Acid: This method of production involves the process of chemical reaction of stearic acid and calcium oxide. The process is initiated by heating stearic acid and calcium oxide in a reactor under specific conditions, which results in the formation of calcium stearate and water. Further, the obtained calcium stearate is separated from the mixture and is dried to remove the moisture to obtain pure calcium stearate as the final product.

Calcium Stearate is a calcium salt of stearic acid, synthesized through the reaction of calcium oxide and stearic acid. The chemical formula for Calcium Stearate is C36H70CaO4, and its molar mass is 607.0 g/mol. This compound appears as a fine white powder with a melting point of around 179 °C. It is insoluble in water but is slightly soluble in hot edible and mineral oils. Additionally, it shows slight solubility in certain organic solvents such as pyridine. The density of the compound is 1.12 g/cm³. The compound releases irritating fumes on heating. It gets decomposed upon the action of acids and alkalies. Upon heating, Calcium Stearate can decompose, emitting acrid smoke and potentially toxic fumes. It is generally an odorless chemical and is also known as calcium octadecenoate.