Calcium Stearate
- INCI:
- Calcium Stearate
- Also known as:
- Calcium stearate · Calcium salt of stearic acid · Calcium octadecanoate
Calcium salt of stearic acid, insoluble in water, used as a lubricant and anti-sticking agent. It improves the flow of powders and facilitates the compression of tablets and capsules. In cosmetics it is used in powders and pressed products to improve slip, in line with applicable regulations.
Functions
Typical applications
- Pharmaceutical tablets and capsules
- Tablet supplements
- Pressed and loose powders
- Pressed products
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