Potassium Laurate
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Potassium laurate is a potassium salt of lauric acid, a fatty acid derived from coconuts.Product Details |
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Formula: |
C12H23KO2 |
CAS Number: |
10124-65-9 |
Also Known As: |
Lauric acid, potassium salt; Dodecanoic acid, potassium salt |
applications:
Potassium laurate is a metallic soap, specifically the potassium salt of lauric acid. It has several applications, primarily in the cosmetics and cleaning industries as emulsifier, cleansing agent and foam booster.
It can be used as an anticaking agent, emulsifier, or lubricant in the Food Industry and it can be used in waterproofing cement, building materials, pesticides, latex, leather, rubber, and agricultural chemicals.
Typical Specifications
Data is representative of average lots;
data taken from specific lots may vary.
Appearance |
Powder or light-tan paste |
Density, g/cm3 |
1.136 |
Melting point, °C |
43.8 |
Molecular weight, g/mol |
238.41 |
Odor |
Essentially odorless |
Purity, % |
99 |
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