(Anti-Caking Agent / Lubricant)
by Muby Chem
Muby Chem operates a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility producing Calcium Stearate known for its exceptional purity and efficacy. This compound is particularly valuable in pharmaceutical applications.
Our advanced technology ensures uniformity and consistency in the formulation of Calcium Stearate making it a reliable and effective anti-caking agent.
Applications: MOLSTEAR® Ca is used as an anti-caking agent and lubricant in suitable pharmaceutical, food and industrial formulations. In pharmaceutical manufacturing, it can be used in tablets, capsules, powders and granules to improve powder flow, reduce sticking during processing, and assist smooth tablet manufacture.
| # | TEST | SPECIFICATION - EP |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Appearance | It occurs as a fine, white or almost white, crystalline powder. |
| 2 | Identification Test (A) Test (B) Test (C) Test (D) |
(A) Freezing point: Not less than 53°C. (B) Acid value: 195 to 210. (C) Examine the chromatograms. (D) The solution gives reaction of calcium. |
| 3 | Solubility | It is practically insoluble in water and in ethanol (96%). |
| 4 | Acidity and alkalinity | Not more than 0.5 mL of 0.01 M hydrochloric acid or 0.01 M sodium hydroxide is required to change the colour of the indicator. |
| 5 | Chlorides | Not more than 0.1%. |
| 6 | Sulfates | Not more than 0.3%. |
| 7 | Loss on drying | Not more than 6.0%. |
| 8 | Assay (A) Calcium (B) Stearic acid in the fatty acid fraction (C) Sum of stearic acid and palmitic acid in the fatty acid fraction |
(A) Not less than 6.4% and not more than 7.4% (dried substance). (B) Not less than 40.0%. (C) Not less than 90.0%. |
PACKAGING
MOLSTEAR® Ca 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 well-closed containers.
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