Molecular formula: Mg［CH3(CH2)16COO］2
CAS NO.: 557-04-0
Molecular structural formula:
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.
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Test items |
Specification |
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USP |
BP |
Food grade |
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Assay (Mg) % |
4.0-5.0 |
4.0-5.0 |
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Assay (MgO) % |
6.8-8.3 |
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Acid Value |
195-210 |
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Chloride % |
≤0.1 |
≤0.25 |
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Sulfate % |
≤1.0 |
≤0.5 |
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Loss on drying % |
≤6.0 |
≤5.0 |
≤4.0 |
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Lead ppm |
≤10 |
≤10 |
≤5 |
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Nickel ppm |
≤5 |
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Cadmium ppm |
≤3 |
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Stearic Acid % |
≥40.0 |
≥40.0 |
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Stearic Acid & Palmitic acid % |
≥90.0 |
≥90.0 |
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Package
The PE film lined the polywoven bag. Net wt: 20kg/bag, or follow customer’s packing instructions.
