Calcium Stearate

Product Description

STEAREX™ is a pharmaceutical grade calcium stearate designed to deliver reliable lubrication and anti-adherent performance in tablet and capsule manufacturing.

With its ultra-fine powder structure and strong hydrophobic properties, STEAREX supports smooth tablet compression, efficient capsule filling, and improved powder flow during pharmaceutical production.

Compatible with a wide range of APIs and excipients, STEAREX helps maintain consistent tablet quality while protecting moisture-sensitive active ingredients.

Manufactured for modern pharmaceutical formulation and processing requirements.

STEAREX™ — High-purity calcium stearate from Maple Biotech.

Maple Biotech Pvt Ltd.

  • Country/Region:
    India
  • Founded:
    1982
  • On CPHI since:
    2022
  • Certificates:
    3
  • Employees:
    50 - 99
Company types
Pharmaceutical company
Primary activities
Excipients Manufacturer
Specifications
  • CAS Registry Number
    1592-23-0
  • Details
    Applications ✓ Tablet Manufacturing : Lubricant and anti-adherent for tablet compression.✓ Capsule Manufacturing : Improves powder flow and ensures efficient capsule filling.✓ Solid Dosage Formulations : Used as a functional excipient in pharmaceutical blends.

    Specification : 
    Appearance :White Free Flowing Powder Solubility : Practically Insoluble in Water and Ethanol
    Assay (as Ca)  : 6.4 – 7.4 %
    Loss on Drying  : ≤ 6.0 %
    Particle Size : As per USP 
    Microbial Limits : Complies with BP/USP
    Heavy Metals : Within Pharmacopeial Limits
  • Selling Points
    Key Features : 
    • Excellent lubrication even at very low concentrations • Highly hydrophobic – protects moisture-sensitive APIs • Improves powder flow during manufacturing • Compatible with most APIs and pharmaceutical excipients • Supports smooth tablet compression and capsule filling • Maintains consistent tablet surface quality

    Packaging : Packed in 25 kg HDPE bags Fiber Drums & Plastic Drums ( Extra Charges )

    Shelf Life : 5 years
  • Model
    STEAREX
  • Supplied from
    India
  • Measured In
    kilogram

Maple Biotech Pvt Ltd.

  • Country/Region:
    India
  • Founded:
    1982
  • On CPHI since:
    2022
  • Certificates:
    3
  • Employees:
    50 - 99
Company types
Pharmaceutical company
Primary activities
Excipients Manufacturer

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