Description

Magnesium Heptadecanoate is a metallic salt of heptadecanoic (margaric) acid, offering unique properties as a functional additive and intermediate. This compound is valued for its role as a stabilizer, lubricant, and viscosity modifier in high-performance industrial formulations. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the polymer, lubricant, and specialty chemical industries seeking to enhance material properties and process efficiency.

Application

• Polymer Additive: Acts as a heat stabilizer and lubricant in PVC and other thermoplastic processing.
• Lubricant & Grease Formulation: Serves as a thickener and performance additive in specialty lubricants and greases.
• Cosmetics & Personal Care: Functions as an opacifying agent, viscosity modifier, or emulsion stabilizer in creams and lotions.
• Pharmaceutical Excipient: Used as a tablet lubricant or a controlled-release agent in solid dosage forms.
• Chemical Intermediate: Employed in organic synthesis and catalysis for producing other specialty chemicals.
• Paints & Coatings: Acts as a flatting agent, dispersant, or rheology modifier to improve film properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Magnesium Heptadecanoate
CAS No.	94266-34-9
Molecular Formula	C34H66MgO4
Molecular Weight	562.18 g/mol
Synonyms	Magnesium Margarate; Magnesium Heptadecylate; Heptadecanoic Acid, Magnesium Salt; Magnesium Salt of Heptadecanoic Acid; Margaric Acid Magnesium Salt; Magnesium n-Heptadecanoate; Docosanoic Acid, 10-methyl-, Magnesium Salt (related); Magnesium(C17:0) Salt
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Magnesium Heptadecanoate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing key parameters such as assay, heavy metal content, and loss on drying is provided and available upon request 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). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept in original packaging to minimize exposure to atmospheric humidity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (MgO Content)	Min. 98.0%
Loss on Drying	Max. 2.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	Max. 20 ppm
Acid Value	Contact for details
Melting Range	Contact for details

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