Lead stearate
Lead stearate is a metal-organic compound, a salt of lead and stearic acid with the chemical formula. The compound is classified as a metallic soap, i.e. a metal derivative of a fatty acid. The compound is toxic.
Synthesis
The compound can be prepared by reacting stearic acid, lead oxide, and a catalyst acetic acid.Also, an exchange reaction between lead acetate and sodium stearate:
Physical properties
White powder with a slight fatty odor. Sinks in water. Hygroscopic in air.Slightly soluble in water. Soluble in hot ethanol.