Aluminum Stearate
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Dihydroxyaluminium stearate
Purpose
A salt-derived blend of aluminum and stearic acid which functions as a stabilizer and thickening agent, among other things.
Rating
GOOD
Category
Texture Enhancer, pH Adjuster/Stabilizer
INCI Purpose
ANTICAKING, COLORANT, EMULSION STABILISING, VISCOSITY CONTROLLING
Alternative Names
At a Glance
Article
Aluminum stearate is an aluminum salt of stearic acid that functions as a thickening agent and helps stabilize products.
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