Description
Barium stearate, white or slightly yellow amorphous powder, melting point>225℃, has a stimulating effect on the central nervous system, soluble in hot ethanol, Benzene, toluene and other non-polar solvents, insoluble in water and ethanol. After heating and dissolving in an organic solvent, it becomes a jelly when cooled and has water absorption in the air. No sulfide pollution. In case of strong Acid, it is decomposed into stearic acid and the corresponding barium Salt.
Solubility
soluble in hot ethanol, Benzene, toluene and other non-polar solvents, insoluble in water and ethanol