Product Name: Calcium Octoate
Molecular Formula: C16H28CaO4
Synonyms: Calcium 2-octanoate, Calcium Caprylate
1. Product Description
Calcium Octoate is the calcium salt of caprylic acid. It is a white to off-white powder, odorless, and readily soluble in water and alcohol. It is widely used as a corrosion inhibitor, paint additive, and lubricant in industrial applications, as well as a feed additive and antimicrobial agent in food applications.
2. Specifications
| Parameter | Industrial Grade | Food Grade | Test Method / Note |
|---|
| Appearance | White to off-white powder | White to off-white powder | Visual |
| Assay (as Ca) | ≥ 5.0 % | ≥ 5.0 % | Titration |
| Moisture | ≤ 2.0 % | ≤ 2.0 % | Karl Fischer |
| pH (10% solution) | 8.0 – 10.0 | 8.0 – 10.0 | pH meter |
| Solubility | Soluble in water & alcohol | Soluble in water & alcohol | Visual |
| Heavy Metals (as Pb) | ≤ 10 ppm | ≤ 5 ppm | AAS |
| Arsenic (As) | ≤ 3 ppm | ≤ 1 ppm | AAS |
| Color | White to off-white | White | Visual |
| Odor | Slight fatty odor | Odorless | Organoleptic |
3. Physical & Chemical Properties
a.Density: ~1.01 g/cm³
b.Melting Point: 120 – 140 °C (may vary by grade)
c.Solubility: Soluble in water, alcohol; insoluble in hydrocarbons
d.Stability: Stable under recommended storage conditions
e.Storage: Keep tightly sealed in a cool, dry place, away from moisture and heat
4. Applications
a.Industrial Grade:
（1）Corrosion inhibitor in water-based systems
（2）Lubricant additive
（3）Paints, coatings, and metalworking fluids
b.Food Grade:
（1）Feed additive
（2）Antimicrobial agent
（3）Food preservative (where permitted by regulations)
5. Packaging
（1）Standard: 25 kg / 50 kg drums
（2）Special packing: As requested
6. Shelf Life
24 months from manufacture date when stored in original, unopened packaging under recommended conditions.
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