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Aluminum monosterarate is an organic compound which is a salt of stearic acid and aluminium.
Aluminum monosterarate has the molecular formula Al(OH)2C18H35O2.
Aluminum monosterarate is also referred to as dihydroxy(octadecanoato-O-)aluminium or dihydroxy(stearato)aluminium.
CAS: 7047-84-9
MF: C18H37AlO4
MW: 344.47
EINECS: 230-325-5
Synonyms
STEARIC ACID ALUMINUM DIHYDROXIDE SALT;ALUMINUM MONOSTEARATE, POWDER, 75-80%;ALUMINUM STEARATE MONO;Aluminum, dihydroxy(octadecanoato-.kappa.O)-;ALUMINUMMONOSTEARATE,NF;ALUMINIUMMONOSTEARATEDIHYDROXIDE;ALUMINIUMSTEARATE(DIBASIC);Aluminum, dihydroxy(octadecanoato-O)-;Aluminum monostearate;7047-84-9;Dibasic aluminum stearate;Dihydroxyaluminum stearate;dihydroxy(stearato)aluminium;Aluminium monostearate;Dihydroxy(stearato)aluminum;Aluminum, monostearate;Aluminum, dihydroxide stearate;Dihydroxyaluminium stearate, pure;EINECS 230-325-5;ALUMINUM, DIHYDROXY(STEARATO)-;Aluminum monostearate [JAN:NF];DTXSID9048697;CHEBI:31197;Aluminum stearate 300;Dibasic aluminium stearate;Stearic acid aluminum dihydroxide salt;Aluminum, dihydroxy(octadecanoato-O-)-;Aluminum, dihydroxy(octadecanoato-kappaO)-;Aluminium, dihydroxide stearate;Aluminum, dihydroxy(octadecanoato-.kappa.O)-;DTXCID9028623;dihydroxido(octadecanoato)aluminium;P9BC99461E;NCGC00160596-02;Aluminum dihydroxide stearate;UNII-P9BC99461E;aluminummonostearate;aluminium monostearic acid;SCHEMBL4101;CHEMBL3185220;Aluminum monostearate (JP15/NF);Aluminum monostearate (JP17/NF);ALUMINUM MONOSTEARATE [NF];Tox21_113090;AKOS024319334;(octadecanoyloxy)alumanylidene dihydrate;DB01375;NCGC00160596-01;NCGC00160596-03;CAS-7047-84-9;NS00080755;D01867;F20724;ALUMINIUM, DIHYDROXY(OCTADECANOATO-KAPPAO)-;SR-01000945248;Q4119955;SR-01000945248-1;Aluminum monostearate, technical, ~75% (Al), powder
A complex containing aluminum and dextran, a chain of molecular weight 2500, corresponding to a chain of 15 anhydroglucose units.
Aluminum monostearate is prepared by reacting aluminum with stearic acid.
Aluminum monosterarate acts as a lubricant & emulsion stabilizer.
Aluminum monosterarate is produced from high quality stearic acid.
Aluminum monosterarate is excellent for use as a viscosity-increasing agent in non-aqueous cosmetic and personal care products.
Aluminum monosterarate is a high ash, free flowing, non-caking fine powder product primarily for excipient (National Formulary compliant) and cosmetic or personal care applications.
Aluminum monosterarate acts as a hydrophobic lubricant, anti-adherent, and glidant additive for pills and tablet formations as well as a release agent during processing.
Additionally, Aluminum monosterarate is an excellent viscosity increasing agent in non-aqueous cosmetic applications.
Aluminium monostearate is a salt of stearic acid and aluminium with the molecular formula Al(OH)2C18H35O2.
Also known as dihydroxyaluminium or dihydroxy(stearato)aluminium, Aluminum monosterarate is used to form gels in the packaging of pharmaceuticals and in the preparation of colors for cosmetics.
While considered safe for use, extensive usage may result in aluminum accumulation.
Aluminum monostearate, aluminum distearate, aluminum tristearate and the like can be obtained according to the amount of aluminum salt.
Aluminium monostearate is a salt of stearic acid and aluminium with the molecular formula Al(OH)2C18H35O2.
Also known as dihydroxyaluminium or dihydroxy(stearato)aluminium, Aluminum monosterarate is used to form gels in the packaging of pharmaceuticals and in the preparation of colors for cosmetics.
While considered safe for use, extensive usage may result in aluminum accumulation.
Aluminum monosterarate Chemical Properties
Melting point: 155℃ [PFA93]
Density: 1.020
Solubility: Practically insoluble in water. Soluble in ethanol (95%) and benzene.
Form: powder
Color: yellow-white
Water Solubility: insoluble H2O; forms gel with aliphatic and aromatic hydrocarbons [HAW93]
LogP: 8.216 (est)
CAS DataBase Reference: 7047-84-9(CAS DataBase Reference)
EPA Substance Registry System: Aluminum monosterarate (7047-84-9)
Aluminum monostearate is an aluminum compound of stearic acid and palmitic acid.
The USP32–NF27 states that aluminum monostearate contains the equivalent of not less than 14.5% and not more than 16.5% of Al2O3, calculated on the dried basis.
The JP XV states that it contains not less than 7.2% and not more than 8.9% of aluminium.
Aluminum monostearate occurs as a white, fine, bulky powder with a slight odor of fatty acid.
Aluminum monosterarate is a solid material.
Fine, white to yellowish-white powder; faint characteristic odor.
Insoluble in water, alcohol, and ether. Forms a gel with aliphatic and aromatic hydrocarbons.
Uses
Paints, inks, greases, waxes, thickening lubricating oils; waterproofing, gloss producer, stabilizer for plastics, food additive.
Aluminum monosterarate is used to form gels in the packaging of pharmaceuticals, and in the preparation of colors for cosmetics.
Aluminum monosterarate is usually safe in commercial products, but aluminium may accumulate in the body.
Paints, inks, greases, waxes, thickening lubricating oils; waterproofing, gloss producer, stabilizer for plastics, food additive.
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.
Pharmaceutical 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.
