MAGNESIUM STEARATE
Product information
CAS No.
557-04-0
EC No.
209-150-3
Summary formula
C₃₆H₇₀MgO₄.
ADR
NO
Physical form
A white, odorless powder, practically insoluble in water.
Application
- Pharmaceutical industry: magnesium stearate is commonly used as an excipient in the manufacture of tablets, capsules and granules, acting as a lubricant and anti-caking agent.
- Cosmetics industry: Used as an emulsifier and stabilizer in the production of cosmetics such as powders, eye shadows and foundations.
- Food industry: Added as a food additive (E470b) to prevent clumping of loose products such as spices and baking mixes.