Product Name: Magnesium Stearate

Molecular Formula: 2[(CH3CH2)16COOO2).Mg

Molecular Weight: 591.25
CAS No.: 557-04-0

Description

Magnesium stearate is a salt that forms when stearate molecules bond with a magnesium ion. Stearate comes from stearic acid. Magnesium stearate is a white, water-insoluble powder. Its applications exploit its softness, insolubility in many solvents, and low toxicity. It is used as a release agent and as a component or lubricant in the production of pharmaceuticals and cosmetics.

Application
Magnesium stearate is used in the pharmaceutical drugs in order to bind tablets and make them smooth.

In food, Magnesium Stearate is also used as an anti-caking agent in food industry.

In cosmetic, magnesium stearate used in make-up products for beauty, such as compact powder, eye shadow etc.