Category:
Bio Products
CAS NO:
557-04-0
Standard:
USP,
A very fine,light,white powder,odourless or with a very slight odour of steric acid,insoluble in water, ethanol or ether
Magnesium Stearate is a widely used pharmaceutical excipient acting as a lubricant and anti-adherent. Synthesized via the reaction of magnesium salts with stearic acid, its chemical formula is C36H70MgO4 (CAS 557-04-0).
Limit use in high-dose sustained-release formulations due to potential dissolution retardation. Store in a cool, dry place away from moisture to prevent clumping. Handle with standard PPE to avoid inhalation of fine dust particles.