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Magnesium Stearate
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APPEARANCE |
A
white, very fine, light powder, greasy to the touch, practically
insoluble in water and in ethanol. Having very faint odor of Stearic
Acid.
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CONCENTRATION |
It
contains not less than 4.0% to 5.0% of Mg.
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PHYSICAL PROPERTIES |
Bulk
Density :
0.15 to 0.20 gm/cc
Microbiological Test:
All the tests pass as per the BP specifications.
Origin of Stearic Acid:
Strictly from vegetable origin.
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CHEMICAL ANALYSIS |
As
per latest IP, BP, USP standards.
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APPLICATIONS |
Used
as a lubricating agent in tablet manufacturing, as a drier in
paints and varnishes, as a flatting agent, as a stabilizer and
lubricant for plastics, emulsifying agent in cosmetics, as an
ant caking agent in foods.
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