Description

Calcium Stearate NF/FCC

Calcium Stearate NF/FCC is a high-purity calcium salt of Stearic Acid used in pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, food, and cosmetic formulations as a lubricant, flow agent, and anti-caking agent. Compliant with both National Formulary (NF) and Food Chemicals Codex (FCC) standards, it provides excellent powder flow enhancement, tablet manufacturing efficiency, and moisture resistance.
Calcium Stearate is chemically designated as Calcium Octadecanoate and appears as a fine, white to off-white powder that is insoluble in water but dispersible in oils and organic solvents. Its hydrophobic nature and low reactivity make it ideal for use in moisture-sensitive formulations and high-speed production environments.
In pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and food applications, Calcium Stearate NF/FCC is used in:
• Tablet and capsule manufacturing as a lubricant and mold release agent
• Powder blends to improve flowability and prevent clumping
• Dietary supplements requiring stable, moisture-resistant excipients
• Food products as an anti-caking and processing aid
• Cosmetic and personal care formulations including creams and pressed powders
• Industrial and technical applications requiring hydrophobic surface modification
Calcium Stearate NF/FCC reduces friction between particles and equipment surfaces, enabling uniform compression and improved dispersibility in solid dosage forms. It also provides enhanced stability in formulations sensitive to humidity or mechanical stress.
CarboMer supplies Calcium Stearate NF/FCC with control over assay, free fatty acid content, particle size, melting characteristics, and microbial purity. The material meets both NF and FCC specifications and is suitable for regulated pharmaceutical, nutritional, and food applications.
The material is packaged in sealed, moisture-resistant, tamper-evident containers. Available in laboratory, pilot, and commercial-scale quantities. Documentation includes Certificate of Analysis (CoA), Safety Data Sheet (SDS), and full traceability.
Each batch is tested for identity (IR), assay, free fatty acids, moisture content, particle size, and microbial limits. CarboMer provides formulation and regulatory support to ensure consistent and effective performance in complex manufacturing processes.
As with all CarboMer excipients and processing aids, Calcium Stearate NF/FCC is backed by quality assurance, dependable global supply, and expert technical support to meet the needs of pharmaceutical, food, and cosmetic product development.