Magnesium Stearate is a White or almost white, very fine, light powder. It is a salt containing two equivalents of stearate (the anion of stearic acid) and one magnesium cation (Mg2+). Magnesium stearate melts at about 120-130°CIt is insoluble in water and in anhydrous ethanol. It is non-toxic in nature.
Application
- In cosmetics like face powder & pharmaceuticals to improve properties of smoothness & adhesion.
- In Pharmaceuticals as tablet coating agent
