Lanthanum stearate is a metal-organic compound, a salt of lanthanum and stearic acid with the chemical formula . The compound is classified as a metallic soap, i.e. a metal derivative of a fatty acid.
Physical properties The compound forms a white powder that is soluble in benzene.
Uses Lanthanum stearate is mainly used as a nucleating agent for plastics degradation and heat stabilizer for PVC.
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