Monostearin

CAS Number: 123-94-4
Molecular formula: C21H42O4
Molecular weight: 358.56
EINECS Number: 204-664-4

Monoglyceride (Monoglyceride, MG) is the full name of glycerol monofatty acid ester, which has two configurations namely 1-MG and 2-MG.

Glyceryl monostearate is generally oily, fatty or waxy, light yellow or ivory in color, oily or odorless, which is related to the size and saturation of the fatty group, and has excellent sensory properties. In addition, glycerol monostearate is a polyol type non-ionic surfactant, because its structure has a lipophilic long-chain alkyl group and two hydrophilic hydroxyl groups, so it has good surface activity and can It has the functions of emulsifying, foaming, dispersing, defoaming, and anti-starch aging. It is the most widely used emulsifier in food and cosmetics.

Application:

1.Widely used in the cosmetic industry, especially in shampoos and bath preparations

2.It is used as emulsifier and surfactant in food or cosmetics, and it is also used as an internal and external lubricant for plastic products.

3. Used as gas chromatography stationary liquid, dispersant and emulsifier, also used in pharmaceutical industry

4. Biochemical research, thickening of margarine, solvent for oils and waxes, emulsifier, protective agent for hygroscopic powder, opaque sunscreen.