Tablet Lubricant
Reduces sticking and ejection force on high-speed rotary presses.
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Chelora Chemicals UAE supplies Magnesium Stearate (CAS 557-04-0), the standard tablet and capsule lubricant, to pharmaceutical and nutraceutical manufacturers, cosmetic producers and plastics compounders across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah and all seven Emirates, with batch-wise COA, sealed packing and fast GCC delivery.
Magnesium Stearate is the magnesium salt of stearic and palmitic fatty acids, supplied as a fine, light, white powder with a greasy feel. It is practically insoluble in water and ethanol, and its lamellar particles shear easily, which is what lets it coat powder particles and reduce friction during tableting.
Its main use is as a lubricant in tablets and capsules, typically at 0.25–5% w/w, where it stops powder sticking to punches and dies and lets tablets eject cleanly. It is also used as an anti-caking and flow agent in food supplements (E470b), in cosmetic powders and as a lubricant and stabiliser in plastics and rubber.
As an established chemical supplier in the UAE, Chelora Chemicals sources Magnesium Stearate from approved manufacturers with a controlled stearic / palmitic ratio, particle size and surface area, and delivers it to customers in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ajman, Ras Al Khaimah, Fujairah and Umm Al Quwain, as well as export customers in Saudi Arabia, Oman, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Africa and South Asia.
Typical specification and physical data for Magnesium Stearate supplied in the UAE. Batch-specific values are always confirmed on the Certificate of Analysis issued with each lot.
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Fine, light, white powder; greasy to the touch |
| Magnesium content | 4.0 – 5.0% (dried basis) |
| Fatty-acid profile | Stearic acid ≥ 40%; stearic + palmitic ≥ 90% |
| Loss on drying | Not more than 6.0% |
| Heavy metals | As per COA |
| Microbial limits | As per pharmacopoeia / COA |
| Grade | Pharmacopoeial (USP-NF / Ph. Eur. / BP / IP), as per COA |
| Packing & documents | 10–25 kg lined bags / drums; COA, SDS, TDS, COO |
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Chemical name | Magnesium octadecanoate |
| CAS number | 557-04-0 |
| Molecular formula | Mg(C₁₈H₃₅O₂)₂ |
| Molecular weight | 591.3 g/mol |
| Physical state (20 °C) | Solid powder |
| Solubility | Practically insoluble in water and ethanol |
| Melting point | Approx. 117–150 °C for commercial grades |
| Sensitivity | Stable under normal storage; keep dry and tightly sealed, away from strong acids and oxidisers |
Values are typical literature data for reference only and do not form a sales specification. Contact us for the latest TDS and batch COA.
Need a specific fatty-acid ratio, particle size or vegetable-origin grade? We match your spec to approved makers.
Share Your Specification →From high-speed tablet presses to cosmetic powders, Magnesium Stearate is the lubricant UAE and GCC manufacturers reach for first.
Reduces sticking and ejection force on high-speed rotary presses.
Improves powder flow and slug formation on capsule-filling machines.
A flow and anti-caking agent in supplement powders and tablets (E470b).
Adds slip and adhesion to pressed and loose powders.
Internal lubricant and acid scavenger in polymer processing.
Small lots for blending-time and lubricant-sensitivity studies.
Our UAE customers for Magnesium Stearate range from tablet plants in the free zones to cosmetic and plastics producers and regional traders re-exporting through Jebel Ali.
High-speed tableting and capsule filling.
Tablets, capsules and powder blends.
Pressed powders and make-up.
Lubricant and stabiliser use.
CMOs running multi-client campaigns.
Dubai and Sharjah traders re-exporting to the GCC, Africa and South Asia.
Formulation labs needing small lots with full documentation.
Importers in Saudi Arabia, Oman, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain and Africa buying via UAE.
We supply Magnesium Stearate to industrial areas, ports and free zones throughout the UAE, with re-export to the wider GCC and beyond.
Fast local delivery to tablet, supplement and cosmetic manufacturers in Dubai, plus re-export via Jebel Ali Port.
Supply to tablet, supplement and cosmetic manufacturers in Musaffah, KEZAD and around Khalifa Port.
Serving tablet, supplement and cosmetic manufacturers across Sharjah's industrial areas and free zones.
Reliable deliveries for Ajman-based tablet, supplement and cosmetic manufacturers from our UAE stock and import programme.
Supplying tablet, supplement and cosmetic manufacturers in RAK's free zones and ports.
Road delivery to the east coast with access to Port of Fujairah for regional shipments.
Consolidated with our northern Emirates deliveries for factories and traders.
Export from the UAE on EXW, FOB, CFR, CIF, DAP or DDP terms.
Magnesium Stearate is an ultra-fine, low-density powder that picks up moisture and odours, so we ship it in sealed polyethylene-lined packs that keep it clean through UAE summer heat and long transit.
Whether you need a few bags for a pilot batch or regular loads for continuous tableting, we plan packing, labelling and transport from port or warehouse to your gate.
10–25 kg liner-sealed bags and fibre drums.
1–5 kg packs for lab trials and blend studies.
Stretch-wrapped pallets for regular production runs.
EXW UAE, FOB Jebel Ali / Khalifa, CFR, CIF, DAP, DDP.
A simple, transparent procurement process built for busy purchase teams.
Send product name, CAS 557-04-0, grade (pharma or industrial) and fatty-acid ratio, quantity, packing and delivery Emirate.
We match approved makers and send a quotation with packing, Incoterm and lead time.
COA, SDS and TDS shared upfront, with Magnesium Stearate samples available for qualification.
We lock in the batch, arrange sealed packing and GHS labelling.
Customs clearance, documentation and transport and transport from port or warehouse.
Delivery to your site in the UAE or GCC, plus repeat-order planning.
Every lot of Magnesium Stearate we supply is traceable to its manufacturer and production date. We check magnesium content, fatty-acid profile and loss on drying against your requirement before dispatch, because lubricant quality directly affects tablet hardness and dissolution.
Low-hazard excipient. Magnesium Stearate is not classified as hazardous, but as an ultra-fine organic powder it can form combustible dust clouds and may irritate the eyes and respiratory tract. Always refer to the supplied SDS for the classification of the grade supplied.
Approved makers keep the fatty-acid profile and surface area steady, so your tablet ejection force does not drift.
Clear quotes with grade, packing, Incoterm and lead time so your purchase team can decide quickly.
We understand the tests tablet makers actually check on Magnesium Stearate, from fatty-acid ratio to specific surface area.
COA, SDS, TDS, COO and DG paperwork ready for audits, customs and GCC export.
Delivery of Magnesium Stearate across the seven Emirates and export to Saudi Arabia, Oman, Qatar, Kuwait and Bahrain.
From sample and trial lots to annual supply contracts and bulk programmes.
Common questions from UAE and GCC buyers about Magnesium Stearate supply, specifications and delivery.
Magnesium Stearate is used mainly as a lubricant in tablets and capsules, typically at 0.25–5% w/w. It is also used as a flow and anti-caking agent in food supplements, in cosmetic powders and as a lubricant and stabiliser in plastics and rubber.
The CAS number of Magnesium Stearate is 557-04-0. Its molecular formula is Mg(C₁₈H₃₅O₂)₂ and its molecular weight is 591.3 g/mol.
Magnesium Stearate (CAS 557-04-0) is also sold as Magnesium salt of stearic acid, Octadecanoic acid magnesium salt, Mg stearate, E470b. Please mention the CAS number in your enquiry so we quote the right material.
Chelora Chemicals UAE is a B2B chemical supplier and distributor of Magnesium Stearate, serving Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ajman, Ras Al Khaimah, Fujairah and Umm Al Quwain, with full COA, SDS and TDS documentation and export to the wider GCC.
Yes. We deliver to all seven Emirates, including Jebel Ali and JAFZA in Dubai, KEZAD, Musaffah and Khalifa Port in Abu Dhabi, and SAIF Zone and Hamriyah Free Zone in Sharjah, as well as RAKEZ, Ajman Free Zone and Fujairah.
We supply pharmaceutical-grade Magnesium Stearate to USP-NF, Ph. Eur., BP and IP standards, as stated on the COA. Vegetable-origin and industrial grades can be quoted on request; please state the fatty-acid ratio and particle-size needs.
Magnesium Stearate (CAS 557-04-0) is a metal soap of stearic and palmitic acids. It is different from stearic acid, from calcium stearate and zinc stearate, and from sodium stearyl fumarate (a more hydrophilic lubricant). Please state the metal salt and grade you need.
Share the grade (pharma or industrial) and fatty-acid ratio, quantity, packing, Incoterm and delivery Emirate through our contact page and our team aims to respond within one business day.
Typically 10–25 kg polyethylene-lined bags or fibre drums, with smaller packs for trials. Packs are sealed and labelled for safe transport.
The minimum order depends on packing and current stock. We handle everything from a few bags or small packs for trials and lab qualification up to full container loads.
Store in tightly closed, lined bags or drums in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from direct sun, moisture and strong odours. Reseal opened packs promptly.
Magnesium Stearate is not classified as hazardous, but as an ultra-fine organic powder it can form combustible dust clouds and irritate eyes and airways. Use dust control and follow the SDS.
Yes. We export from the UAE to Saudi Arabia, Oman, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, East and West Africa, South Asia and other markets on EXW, FOB, CFR, CIF, DAP or DDP terms, subject to the import rules of each destination.
Yes. Samples are available for qualification on request, together with the COA and SDS, so your QC or R&D team can approve the material before a commercial order.
Typical use levels are about 0.25–5% w/w, and most formulas use well under 1%. Over-blending can soften tablets and slow dissolution, so blend time should be validated in your own trials.
Yes. Vegetable-origin Magnesium Stearate can be sourced on request, which is useful for vegetarian, vegan and certain religious-compliance requirements. Please state your sourcing requirement in the enquiry.
Tell us your grade (pharma or industrial) and fatty-acid ratio, quantity, packing and delivery Emirate, and get a quote for Magnesium Stearate from a trusted chemical supplier in the UAE.