Magnesium Stearate

The chemical formula for magnesium stearate is Mg(C18H35O2)2. It is a white, odorless, and tasteless powder that is insoluble in water but soluble in organic solvents. 

Magnesium stearate is a soap that is made up of a salt containing two stearate equivalents and one magnesium cation. It has a molar mass of 591.27 g/mol and a boiling point of 359.4 °C.

Magnesium stearate is used in many industries, including:

• Food

  As an emulsifier, binder, thickener, anticaking, lubricant, release, and antifoaming agent. It is found in food supplements, chewing gum, confectionery, herbs and spices, and baking ingredients. 

• Pharmaceuticals

  As an inactive ingredient in the production of tablets, capsules, and powders. 

• Lubricant

  As a boundary lubricant with a high melting point and lubrication property. 

Magnesium stearate is generally safe to consume, but too much of it can cause diarrhea or irritate the mucus lining of the bowels.

 

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