Magnesium Stearate

Description

AVA Chemicals is the leading manufacturer and exporter of Magnesium Stearate. We offer the best quality Magnesium Stearate with competitive prices. We export and supply Magnesium Stearate in various grades.

Magnesium stearate is used as a lubricant in pharmaceuticals and supplements to prevent ingredients from sticking to machinery during manufacturing, and as an anti-caking agent in foods and cosmetics to improve flow and prevent clumping. It also acts as a flow agent, thickener, and emulsifier in various products, including tablets, capsules, powders, creams, and lotions.

Product Name Magnesium Stearate
Chemical Name Magnesium dioctadecanoate
CAS No 557-04-0
Color & Physical Form White crystalline precipitate is formed
Identification Test A Passes Solution responds to the test for Magnesium.
Test B The retention times of the peaks corresponding to stearic acid and Palmitic acid of the sample solution correspond to those of the system suitability solution, as
obtained in the test for relative content of stearic acid and palmitic acid.
Assay Mg content 4-5% on dried basis
Chloride Max 0.1%
Sulfate Max 1.0%
Cadmium Max 3.0 PPM
Lead Max 10.0 PPM
Nickel Max 5.0 PPM
Microbial Contamination CFU/g TAMC – NMT 103 , TYMC-NMT 5 X 102 , salmonella & Escherichia coli- absent
Acidity or Alkalinity NMT 0.05 mL of 0.1 N hydrochloric acid or 0.1N sodium hydroxide is required to change the color of the indicator.
Specific Surface Area 3M2/gm – 14M2/gm
Loss on drying 6.0 % MAX

Pharmaceutical and supplement industry

  • Lubricant: 

It prevents ingredients from sticking to tablet presses and capsule fillers, ensuring consistent production.

  • Anti-adherent: 

It prevents drug particles from adhering to manufacturing equipment surfaces, which helps maintain consistent dosing.

  • Flow agent: 

It improves the flow properties of powders, making them easier to handle and process. 

Food industry

  • Anti-caking agent: It is used in powdered foods like spices, instant soups, and baking ingredients (such as baking powder) to prevent clumping.
  • Lubricant: It helps prevent sticking in confectionery, chocolate, and chewing gum bases.
  • Coating agent: It can create a smooth, shiny surface on coated candies and baked goods. 

Cosmetic industry

  • Anti-caking agent: Prevents caking in powders like face powders and makeup. 
  • Lubricant: Provides slip and glide in products such as eyeshadows and blush. 
  • Thickener and emulsifier: Help improve the texture of lotions, creams, and shampoos. 

Other applications

  • Agricultural industry: Acts as a carrier and dispersing agent for pesticides and other chemicals. 
  • Industrial applications: Used in the production of plastics like Polyamide and ABS. 
Packing 25 kg bag
Category Non Haz

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