Synonyms
Zinc octadecanoate
Zinc distearate
Zn Stearate
Description
Stearates are mainly prepared by the reaction of stearic acid with the corresponding salts.
In pharmaceutical preparations, it is mainly used as lubricant for tablets and capsules, and its concentration can be up to 1.5%(w/w).
Molecular Formula
[CH3(CH2)16COO]2Zn
Molecular Weight
632.3 g/mol
Appearance
White, easy and non-abrasive white fine powder with a slippery feel on contact with the skin.