Magnesium Stearate USP
Magnesium stearate USP grade is the magnesium salt of stearic acid used as lubricant in tablet compression for pharmaceuticals. HTS 2915.70.01 classification follows chapter note for organic acid metal salts. Meets USP <88> heavy metals and microbial limits.
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Related Products under HTS 2915.70.01
Sodium Stearate
Sodium stearate is the sodium salt of stearic acid, a saturated C18 monocarboxylic acid, used primarily as a stabilizer and emulsifier in cosmetics and soaps. It falls under HTS 2915.70.01 as a salt of stearic acid per chapter notes classifying inorganic salts of organic acid-function compounds with the parent acid. Commonly found in bar soaps and personal care formulations.
Methyl Palmitate
Methyl palmitate is the methyl ester of palmitic acid (C16H32O2), a saturated monocarboxylic acid used as a biodiesel intermediate, lubricant, and chemical intermediate. Falls under HTS 2915.70.01 as an ester of palmitic acid; chapter note (A) classifies esters with the parent acid occurring last in numerical order. Clear colorless liquid.
Zinc Stearate Fine Powder
Zinc stearate, the zinc salt of stearic acid, serves as a heat stabilizer in plastics, anti-caking agent in powders, and pharmaceutical glidant. Classified under HTS 2915.70.01 following chapter rules for metal salts of organic acids. Ultra-fine grade (<6 micron) for optimal dispersion.
Palmitic Acid Flakes
Palmitic acid (hexadecanoic acid, C16) is a saturated monocarboxylic acid used in cosmetics, food emulsifiers, and pharmaceutical creams. HTS 2915.70.01 covers this pure chemically defined compound per Chapter 29 note (a). Supplied as ivory-colored flakes melting at 62-63°C.
Glyceryl Stearate SE
Glyceryl stearate self-emulsifying (SE) is a mono/di-glyceride ester of stearic acid used as oil-in-water emulsifier in creams and lotions. Classifies under HTS 2915.70.01 as stearic acid ester; chapter note prioritizes acid-function parent. Common in O/W cosmetic emulsions.
Isopropyl Palmitate
Isopropyl palmitate is the ester of palmitic acid and isopropanol used as emollient in skin care products with dry, non-greasy feel. Classifies under HTS 2915.70.01 as palmitic acid ester per chapter ester classification rule. Low comedogenicity rating (0-2).