Product overview
Magnesium Stearate is a mineral ingredient evaluated for anticaking, carrier, flow-control and selected fortification applications. It is commonly evaluated for Tablet and capsule lubricant, Powder flow aid, Food and nutraceutical premixes. Supply for food, feed or healthcare use requires the appropriate grade, specification and destination-market compliance review.
Function & Usage
- Prevent Caking & Improve Powder Flow
Acts mainly as a lubricant and flow aid in tablets, capsules and dry powder processing. Typical uses: Tablet and capsule lubricant, Powder flow aid, Food and nutraceutical premixes.
- Bind, Lubricate & Support Dosage Forms
Supports dosage-form processing through binding, lubrication, flow, suspension, taste or texture control according to the selected excipient. Typical uses: Tablet and capsule lubricant, Powder flow aid, Food and nutraceutical premixes.
Product information
- Primary category:
- Food & Nutrition, Pharmaceuticals & Healthcare, Personal Care & Cosmetic
- Subcategory:
- Anticaking Agents & Mineral Salts
- CAS No.:
- 557-04-0
- Form:
- Fine white powder
- Content / Grade:
- Food / pharmaceutical grade; magnesium 4.0-5.0%; vegetable-source grade available
- Applications:
- Tablet and capsule lubricant, Powder flow aid, Food and nutraceutical premixes, Personal-care powders
- Hazard / Transport:
- Fine dust may cause mechanical eye and respiratory irritation. Typical grades are not commonly regulated as dangerous goods; confirm the supplied grade SDS.
- Storage:
- Store sealed in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place. Protect from moisture, contamination and dust accumulation.