Stearinerie Dubois


DUB MICROLUB

Stearic Acid USP/NF, EP

 

Stearin or Stearic acid is a mixture of stearic acid and palmitic acid derived from an edible source. The content of stearic acid is not less than 40% while that of palmitic acid is also not less than 40% and the sum of the two not less than 90%. It occurs as a hard, white or faintly yellowish, somewhat glossy, crystalline solid or as white or yellowish white powder, with a faint odor and taste, suggesting tallow.

Grade Description
Application

DUB MICROLUB 70

Stearic Acid 70% - Micronised powder Used as a tablet lubricant. Micronized grade imparts a smooth, shiny surface to film coated tablets. Also used as emulsifying and solubilizing agent in topical formulations like ointments and creams.
DUB MICROLUB 50 Stearic Acid 50% - Micronised powder
Also available is STEARIC ACID 95% (in flakes form) and STEARIC ACID 50% (in pellets or powder form)