Magnesium Stearate

Synonym(s)

: Magnesium distearate, magnesium octadecanoate, octadecanoic acid; magnesium salt

Mol. Formula

: C36H70MgO4

EC / List no.

: 209-150-3

CAS no.

: 557-04-0

Molecular weight

: 591,2

Magnesium distearate is a magnesium salt.

Application

» It is used in building/construction materials, molds, fabrics, weaving and leather products.
» It is used in lubricants and greases, nutraceuticals, food products, personal care products, plastic and rubber products and medicine.

Product Specifications

Physical and Chemical Properties
» It is in the form of fine, voluminous, white powder.
» It is odorless and tasteless.

Properties

Characteristics	Unit	Value	Condition
Melting point	°C	88.5
Density	g/cm³	1.028	20 °C
Solubility			Insoluble with water