Copper Stearate

Name:
Copper Stearate
Detailed information:

Chemistry name:	cupric stearate
M Formula:	Cu(C18H35O2)2
Properties:
Light-blue powder. Soluble in ether, chloroform, benzene, turpentine, hot benzene, toluene, carbon tetrachloride; insoluble in water and alcohol. Mp 125C. Combustible.
Derivation:
By the interaction of copper sulfate and sodium stearate.
Use:
Preservative for cellulosic materials, antifouling paints, catalyst.