MOLACID® STE

Stearic Acid

(Lubricant / Pharmaceutical Excipient)

Stearic Acid
MOLACID® STE is an organic compound commonly known as Stearic Acid with the molecular formula C18H36O2. It occurs as a white or almost white, waxy, flaky crystals, white or almost white hard masses, or white or yellowish-white powder. Stearic Acid is used as a pharmaceutical excipient, primarily as a lubricant in tablet and capsule formulations, helping improve powder processing and release during manufacture.

MOLACID® STE

by Muby Chem

Stearic Acid Product

Stearic Acid

Muby Chem operates a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility that produces Stearic Acid, renowned for its exceptional purity and efficacy. This compound is particularly valuable in the pharmaceutical industry.

Our advanced technology ensures the production of Stearic Acid with exceptional purity and quality, making it an ideal choice for use in the pharmaceutical industry.

Applications: MOLACID® STE is an organic compound widely used as a pharmaceutical excipient in the manufacture of tablets and capsules, where it acts as a lubricant to help powders flow and release smoothly from processing equipment. In topical formulations, it may also serve as a thickening and structuring agent, contributing to the consistency and texture of creams, ointments, and lotions. Its grade and concentration are selected according to the formulation and manufacturing requirements.

We follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and adhere to international regulatory standards to ensure quality consistency with continuous supply.

SPECIFICATION

#TESTSPECIFICATION - IP
1 Description It occurs as a white powder or white, greasy, flaky crystals or hard masses showing signs of crystallisation.
2 Identification
Test (A)
(A) In the Assay, the chromatogram obtained with the test solatia shows two principal peaks which correspond: to the two principal peaks in the chromatogram obtained with reference solution.
3 Solubility It is soluble in chloroform, in ethanol and in ether, practically insoluble in water.
4 Congealing temperature Not lower than 54°
5 Acid value 200 to 212.
6 Iodine value Not more than 4.0
7 Mineral acid No red colour is produced.
8 Sulphated ash Not more than 0.1%
9 Assay Not less than 40.0% of C18H36O2

PACKAGING

MOLACID® STE is packed in HDPE bag or HDPE drum with double PE liners inside and is provided with a barcoded label and a tamper-evident seal.

SHELF LIFE, STORAGE AND PACKING

The shelf life is 3 years. Preserve in tight containers.

ACCREDITATIONS

fda
health canada
edqm1
edqm
sgs
ANVISA
sfda
saphra
tga
china
mhra
cdsco
who
eu
exci
ecovadis

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