The Role of Calcium Stearate in Plastics and Rubber: Market Impact

The calcium stearate market was estimated at USD 939.57 million in 2022 and is likely to grow at a CAGR of 5.39% during 2023-2028 to reach USD 1291.83 million in 2028.

Calcium stearate is essentially a carboxylate of calcium, considered calcium soap, and is a major component of some lubricants, surfactants, and many foodstuffs as well. It is employed for various applications such as a highly preferable waterproofing agent, for prevention of efflorescence in the construction industry, for construction activities such as buildings and floors when mixed with concrete, and also used in the prefabrication industry in the form of powder in mortars, putties, and emulsion forms.