Are Stearates Bad for You?
The Health Effects of Magnesium Stearate Magnesium Stearate Is Generally Safe to Consume, but Too Much of It Can Have a Laxative Effect. in Large Amounts, It...
What is magnesium stearate used for?
Magnesium stearate is the magnesium salt of the fatty acid, stearic acid (Fig. 1). It has been widely used for many decades in the food industry as an emulsifier, binder and thickener, as well as an anticaking, lubricant, release, and antifoaming agent.
Is stearic acid harmful?
May be harmful if absorbed through the skin. Ingestion: May cause gastrointestinal irritation with nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated. Aspiration of material into the lungs may cause chemical pneumonitis, which may be fatal.
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