Description

Calcium(Ii) Isooctanoate is a versatile metal carboxylate salt widely utilized as a catalyst, stabilizer, and additive in industrial processes. Its primary value lies in its ability to accelerate reactions and modify material properties, offering manufacturers a reliable and efficient solution for enhancing product performance. This compound is essential for producers in the polymer, paint and coating, and lubricant industries seeking to improve processing characteristics and final product quality.

Application

• Polymer Industry: Acts as a catalyst in polyurethane (PU) foam production and as a heat stabilizer for PVC and other halogenated polymers.
• Paint & Coatings: Serves as a versatile drier (siccative) to accelerate the oxidation and cross-linking drying process in alkyd resin-based paints, varnishes, and printing inks.
• Lubricants & Greases: Functions as a thickening agent and performance additive to enhance the thermal stability and texture of calcium-based complex greases.
• Adhesives & Sealants: Used as a curing agent or catalyst to control the setting time and improve the mechanical properties of various formulations.
• Chemical Synthesis: Employed as a catalyst or intermediate in organic synthesis reactions, including esterification and transesterification processes.
• Wood Preservatives: Can be incorporated into formulations to impart water-repellent and fungistatic properties to treated wood.

Basic Information

Product Name	Calcium(Ii) Isooctanoate
CAS No.	84777-61-7
Molecular Formula	C16H30CaO4
Molecular Weight	326.50 g/mol
Synonyms	Calcium Diisooctanoate; Calcium Bis(2-ethylhexanoate); Calcium 2-Ethylhexanoate; Calcium Octoate; Hex-Cem Calcium 8%; Calcium Ethylhexanoate; Calcium Caprylate; Isooctanoic Acid, Calcium Salt
EINECS	284-119-1

Quality Control

Our Calcium(Ii) Isooctanoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. The product undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including assay, metal content analysis, and impurity profiling, to meet precise customer specifications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting key parameters are provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

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). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after initial use to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which can affect product performance.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear to pale yellow viscous liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (as Ca)	4.5 - 5.5 % (w/w)
Calcium Content	Min. 4.8 %
Viscosity (at 25°C)	Contact for details
Solubility	Soluble in most organic solvents
Acid Value	Max. 5 mg KOH/g
Water Content (KF)	Max. 0.5 %

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.