Magnesium stearate, precipitated, BP/USP/EP

Name: Magnesium stearate, precipitated, BP/USP/EP
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-046482

About Magnesium stearate, precipitated, BP/USP/EP

Magnesium stearate, precipitated is an alkaline earth compound in BP/USP/EP grade carrying the CAS registry number 557-04-0. Formula C36H70MgO4, molecular weight 591.2 g/mol. The IUPAC name is magnesium bis(octadecanoate). It is also known as Magnesium distearate or Magnesium octadecanoate.

Keep the container tightly sealed and store it in a cool, dry area. It carries the GHS signal word “Warning” with 4 hazard statements. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

Key uses span materials research and chemical synthesis. Typical end-use sectors are academic and industrial research.

Standard pack sizes are 25 g, 100 g and 500 g, and every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and we export worldwide. SDS and detailed specification sheets can be requested with your quotation. Custom pack sizes, bulk quantities and specific analytical data can be arranged on request.

Typical applications

Materials research
Chemical synthesis

Industries

Grade guides

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Magnesium stearate, precipitated, BP/USP/EP
Catalogue No.	VQ-046482
CAS Number	557-04-0
IUPAC name	magnesium bis(octadecanoate)
Molecular formula	C₃₆H₇₀MgO₄
Molecular weight	591.2 g/mol
Exact mass	590.5125
Grade	BP/USP/EP
HSN code	29157090
InChIKey	HQKMJHAJHXVSDF-UHFFFAOYSA-L
SMILES	CCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCC(=O)[O-].CCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCC(=O)[O-].[Mg+2]
PubChem CID	11177

Physical properties
Physical form	Other
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 4
TPSA	80.3 Å²
Synonyms	Magnesium distearate, Magnesium octadecanoate, Dibasic magnesium stearate, Octadecanoic acid, magnesium salt, Synpro 90, Stearic acid, magnesium salt, Magnesium stearate g, Synpro Magnesium Stearate 90, Magnesii stearas, Octadecanoic acid, magnesium salt (2:1), magnesium(ii) stearate, magnesium dioctadecanoate

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation
H413May cause long lasting harmful effects to aquatic life

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P271, P273, P280, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P319, P321, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P403 + P233, P405, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Other grades of CAS 557-04-0

Reference Standard

Magnesium Stearate

CAS: 557-04-0
Formula: C₃₆H₇₀MgO₄
MW: 591.2 g/mol

In stock

Magnesium stearate, precipitated

CAS: 557-04-0
Formula: C₃₆H₇₀MgO₄
MW: 591.2 g/mol

VQ-014454

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Magnesium stearate, precipitated, BP/USP/EP?

The CAS Registry Number of Magnesium stearate, precipitated, BP/USP/EP is 557-04-0. It is also known as Magnesium distearate, Magnesium octadecanoate, Dibasic magnesium stearate.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Magnesium stearate, precipitated, BP/USP/EP?

Magnesium stearate, precipitated, BP/USP/EP has the molecular formula C36H70MgO4 and a molecular weight of 591.2 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is magnesium bis(octadecanoate).

Which grade and pack sizes of Magnesium stearate, precipitated, BP/USP/EP can I order?

We supply Magnesium stearate, precipitated, BP/USP/EP in BP/USP/EP grade, in 25 g, 100 g, 500 g packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Magnesium stearate, precipitated, BP/USP/EP?

Yes. Every lot of Magnesium stearate, precipitated, BP/USP/EP is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can Magnesium stearate, precipitated, BP/USP/EP be shipped internationally?

Yes. Magnesium stearate, precipitated, BP/USP/EP is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.