A hydrophobic lubricant and matting agent used in coatings, plastics, and rubber to improve flow and surface properties.

Properties:

• Appearance: A fine, white powder.
• Texture: Silky and smooth to the touch.
• Water Repellency: Its hydrophobic nature makes it effective in repelling water.
• Heat Stability: It is very stable under high-temperature conditions.
• Solubility: Insoluble in water, alcohol, and ether, but soluble in certain aromatic and chlorinated hydrocarbons when heated.
• Safety: Considered non-toxic, with certain grades approved for cosmetic and food use.

Applications:

• Plastics & Rubber: A key release agent, lubricant, and processing aid for these industries. It can also act as a heat stabilizer and softener for PVC.
• Cosmetics: Functions as a binder, anti-caking agent, lubricant, thickener, and texturizer to improve the texture and spreadability of powders, foundations, and lotions.
• Coatings: Used as a sanding additive in lacquers and to increase flame resistance.
• Other Industries: Finds use in the paper, concrete, construction materials, and pharmaceuticals industries.
• Food: Can be used as an anti-caking agent to prevent clumping in powdered foods.