Stearic Acid is octadecanoic acid (CAS 57-11-4, C18H36O2, MW 284.48), a saturated C18 fatty acid designated E570 and used as a tablet lubricant and binder, frequently in combination with magnesium stearate. It eases compression and ejection and can help bind granulations. It is offered as a vegetable-sourced grade so that finished products can be declared suitable for vegan and vegetarian lines. It is supplied as a white waxy powder or flake and manufactured into tablets and capsules.
Made as
- Tablets
- Capsules
Applications
Lubricant and binder for compressed tablets and capsule formulations.
Documentation & quality
Every order is backed by the documents your quality team files, and the controls behind them.
Certificate of Analysis
every batchSpecification sheet
on requestAllergen statement
on requestGMO statement
on requestTraceability
on requestSafety Data Sheet
where applicableHow it’s controlled
- Identity verified on every incoming raw material
- Screened for heavy metals and microbial contaminants
- Full batch and lot traceability
- Produced under our certified NSF GMP system