Zinc Stearate is most commonly utilized as release agent for rubber, thermoplastic polymer, & powder metallurgy sectors. For sulfur vulcanization, it acts as activator as it shows beneficial effects for sulfur & polyolefin reactions. This compound has chemical formula C36H70O4Zn with molecular weight of 632.33 g/mol. It is insoluble in water, alcohol, & ether and shows slight solubility in benzene. Zinc Stearate is considered to be the most powerful release agents and also finds application as phase transfer catalyst for saponification of fats. It appears as soft white powder with characteristic odor and density of 1.095 g/cm3.

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