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Aluminum Monostearate
Product Details
Category
Emollient; Emulsion Stabilizer; Gelling Agents; Opacifier; Stabilizing Agents
Molecular Formula
C18H37AlO4
Molecular Weight
344.5
Grade
Pharmceutical Excipients
Description
Aluminum monostearate is an aluminum compound of stearic acid and palmitic acid. Aluminum monostearate occurs as a white, fine, bulky powder with a slight odor of fatty acid. It is a solid material.
UNII
P9BC99461E
Chemical Name
Aluminum monostearate
CAS Number
7047-84-9
Synonyms
Aluminum stearate; aluminum, dihydroxy (octadecanoate-O-); dihydroxyaluminum monostearate; HyQual; octadecanoic acid aluminum salt; stearic acid aluminum salt; stearic acid aluminum dihydroxide salt; Synpro
Administration route
Oral; Topical
Dosage Form
Oral capsules and tablets, topical creams and ointments
Stability and Storage Conditions
Aluminum monostearate should be stored in a well-closed container in a cool, dry, place. It is stable under ordinary conditions of use and storage.
Source and Preparation
Aluminum monostearate is prepared by reacting aluminum with stearic acid.
Applications
Aluminum monostearate is mainly used in microencapsulation and in the manufacture of ointments. Aluminum monostearate is used as a viscosity-increasing agent in nonaqueous cosmetic and pharmaceutical formulations. In addition, aluminum monostearate can be used as an emulsion stabilizer in cosmetic emulsions and is used in cosmetics such as mascara, moisturizers, and sunscreens.
Safety
Aluminum monostearate is generally regarded as relatively nontoxic and nonirritant when used as an excipient.
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