MAGNESIUM STEARATE

An Essential Lubricant and Flow Enhancer

What IS magnesium stearate?

Magnesium Stearate is a very fine, light powder with a greasy texture. It is a mixture of magnesium salt of fatty acids obtained from edible fats, such as stearic acid. Magnesium stearate is also called Octadecanoic Acid and it is a salt that contains two equivalents of stearate joined by an ionic bond to a magnesium atom.

Magnesium Stearate is a renowned and widely employed lubricant in the production of tablets, capsules, and other solid dosage forms. It facilitates the easy swallowing of capsules, thereby improving the overall patient experience.

Which Industries can use Magnesium stearate powder?

Pharmaceutical Industry
Food Industry
Confectionery

how to use Magnesium Stearate Powder ?

Our Magnesium Stearate Powder can be used as:

What are the Advantages of using Magnesium
Stearate in Products?

What are the Specifications/ Physical properties
of Magnesium stearate?

With over a decade of experience, AROMATICS has established itself as a leading player in the field of pharmaceutical excipients. Our dedicated team of experienced professionals, state-of-the-art technology, and top-quality equipment ensure the efficient production of high-grade products. 

As a renowned cellulose powder manufacturer, we take pride in our unwavering commitment to excellence, which has earned us the trust of customers both in India and around the world. At the heart of our operations lie our core values of quality, innovation, and sustainability, which continue to drive us in raising industry standards and making a significant impact on the global pharmaceutical sector.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Magnesium stearate plays multiple roles in the food industry, such as an anticaking agent in dry spices and seasonings, an emulsifier in salad dressings, a lubricant for tablet pressing in dietary supplements, a release agent in baking to prevent sticking, and a thickener in certain sauces and gravies. It is also utilized in confectionery to bind sugar in hard candies and mints, making it a versatile ingredient across various food applications.
Yes, magnesium stearate is hydrophobic. It creates a hydrophobic coating on particles, which can interfere with wetting.
Magnesium stearate is used in cosmetics as a film-forming and anti-caking agent, enhancing the texture, slip, and silkiness of products. It’s commonly employed as a texturizer, opacifier, and non-gelling thickener in items like eyeliner, mascara, lipsticks, face powders, and foundations.
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