Magnesium Stearate Powder

Magnesium Stearate is a very fine, white powder with a soapy texture to provide lubrication. This product’s certificate of analysis is available on request. The country of origin for this product is Spain.

Magnesium Stearate Powder is often used as an excipient in the pharmaceutical industry to improve the powder characteristics of formulas. It is highly effective at reducing “capping” during the tabletting process by acting a lubricating agent to help the pressed tablets be ejected from the tablet punches

Our Magnesium Stearate is suitable for vegetarians and vegans as it is obtained from plant sources. The main benefits of magnesium stearate are the functional characteristics it provides by improving the way formulations behave. It is also relatively inert so has limited reactivity with other chemicals as well as minor interactivity with biological functions. It is deemed as a safe excipient by all major government and associated authorities and has a long history of use.

You also find that Magnesium Stearate Powder is Widely used in the cosmetic industry texturizer, opacifier, and non-gelling thickener for a variety of personal care products and color cosmetics. Also used as film-forming and anti-caking agent and lubricating agent for enhanced slip and silkiness.

The Magnesium Stearate we provide is pharmaceutical grade of the highest quality tested to UK/EU standards.

Other Industrial Uses of Magnesium Stearate Powder:

Cosmetic industry:

Magnesium Stearate is used as a release agent in the production of cosmetic products. It is used in the formulation of makeup products such as mascara, eye shadow, lipsticks, blushers, etc. Magnesium Stearate Powder has also found use as a lubricant in cosmetic products. Asides its use in the formulation of hair and skin products, it can be also be used in the formulation of fragrances, and deodorants.

Food industry:

In the food industry Magnesium stearate is used in the production of different foods such as confectionery, spices, and baking ingredients. It is used as a release agent in the production of candies and mints, anti-caking agents in food production. It is also used as antifoaming agents, emulsifiers, and thickeners in the food industry.

Pharmaceutical industry:

Magnesium Stearate Powder is a widely used additive in the pharmaceutical industry. It is used to impart lubricating properties to capsules, tablets, and powders. It also prevents the adherence of pharmaceutical ingredients to industrial equipment. Magnesium stearate is also used as excipients and release agents in the production of pharmaceuticals.

The products sold by Blackburn Distributions are not intended to diagnose, treat, restore, correct or modify any functions in human beings. They are solely intended to help maintain & support a healthy lifestyle. The claims presented have not been evaluated by the FDA or the MHRA. We recommend that you seek advice from a fully qualified healthcare professional before consuming any of these products especially if you are taking other medications or pregnant. Discontinue use and consult a doctor if any adverse reactions occur. Not intended for use by persons under the age of 18. Keep out of reach of children. Store in a cool, dry place.