Cosmetics & Personal Care
Used as an emulsifier in creams, lotions, and ointments to stabilize oil–water mixtures.
Functions as a thickener and pearlizing agent in shampoos, conditioners, and body washes.
Acts as a surfactant and cleansing agent in soaps and facial cleansers.
Provides a smooth, soft texture in lipsticks, foundations, and creams.
Pharmaceuticals
Used as a lubricant in tablet manufacturing.
Acts as a binding agent in drug formulations.
Industrial Applications
Plays a role in plastic and rubber processing as a lubricant and release agent.
Used in the production of candles for hardness and long burning.
Functions as a softening and release agent in textile and paper industries.
Food Industry
Approved as a food additive (E570), serving as an anti-caking agent, emulsifier, and lubricant.
Household & Other Uses
Ingredient in polishes, detergents, and waxes.
Provides a pearly finish in cleansing and care products.