Aluminium Stearate
Aluminium Stearate
Aluminium Stearate is a metallic salt of stearic acid, commonly used as a stabilizer, thickener, and anti-caking agent in various industries.
Description: Aluminium Stearate is a fine, white, odorless powder.
Applications:
1. Cosmetics: It is used in cosmetics like makeup products, creams, lotions, and powders to improve texture, provide a smooth feel, and enhance the product's stability.
2. Pharmaceuticals: Aluminium Stearate is found in pharmaceutical products as a lubricant and binder for tablets and capsules.
3. Plastics and Rubber Industry: It is used as an anti-caking agent and stabilizer in plastic and rubber processing.
4. Paints and Coatings: Aluminium Stearate is used as a thickener and anti-settling agent in paints and coatings.
5. Food Industry: It can be used as a food additive, serving as an anti-caking agent in powdered food products.