Calcium(2+) 5-Hexadecylsalicylate CAS NO 68540-40-9

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CAS No.:68540-40-9

Grade:Pharmacy Grade

Content:99.9%

Brand:Customizable

Packaging:Customizable

Description

Calcium(2+) 5-Hexadecylsalicylate is a specialized organometallic salt derived from a long-chain alkyl-substituted salicylic acid. This compound is valued for its unique surfactant and metal-chelating properties, making it a functional additive in various industrial formulations. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the polymer, lubricant, and specialty chemical industries seeking to modify material properties or enhance product stability.

Application

As a metal deactivator and antioxidant in lubricating oils and greases.
As a stabilizer and acid scavenger in polyolefin (e.g., polypropylene, polyethylene) production and processing.
As a functional surfactant and emulsifying agent in specialty chemical formulations.
As a corrosion inhibitor in fuel and industrial fluid additives.
As a viscosity modifier and flow improver in polymer melts and coatings.
In the synthesis of specialty catalysts and coordination complexes.

Basic Information


Product Name	Calcium(2+) 5-Hexadecylsalicylate
CAS No.	68540-40-9
Molecular Formula	C46H80CaO6 (for the bis-salicylate complex)
Molecular Weight	745.2 g/mol (approx.)
Synonyms	Calcium 5-Hexadecylsalicylate; Calcium bis(5-hexadecylsalicylate); 5-Hexadecylsalicylic Acid Calcium Salt; Calcium Alkylsalicylate; Calcium Long-Chain Alkyl Salicylate; Lubricant Additive TBN 150; Overbased Calcium Sulfonate (related class).
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Quality Control

Our production of Calcium(2+) 5-Hexadecylsalicylate adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Each batch is analyzed to ensure consistent composition, purity, and performance characteristics. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing assay, metal content, and key physical properties is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your technical requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to pale yellow powder or paste
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Calcium Content)	≥ 5.0 % (w/w)
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Alkyl Chain Homogeneity (GC)	Contact for details