Pharma

Sodium Stearate

About Product

Sodium Stearate is a sodium salt of stearic acid, widely used as a surfactant, emulsifier, and stabilizer in pharmaceutical and cosmetic formulations. It acts as a gelling agent in creams, ointments, and soaps, providing texture and consistency. In the pharmaceutical industry, it serves as a lubricant in tablet manufacturing, ensuring smooth compression. Sodium Stearate is also valued for its cleansing and foaming properties, making it a key ingredient in personal care products like deodorants and soaps.

Chemical Formula: C₁₈H₃₅NaO₂

Chemical Code: CAS Number: 822-16-2

Application & Uses

  • Used as a lubricant in tablet and capsule manufacturing
  • Acts as a surfactant and emulsifier in pharmaceutical formulations
  • Functions as a gelling agent in creams and ointments
  • Found in medicated soaps for cleansing and foaming properties
  • Used in deodorants as a thickening and stabilizing agent
  • Enhances texture and consistency in topical formulations
  • Provides moisture resistance in pharmaceutical powders
  • Used in cosmetic products for structure and stability
  • Helps in the dispersion of active ingredients in formulations
  • Found in industrial applications, including adhesives and coatings

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