Product Name: Glycerol monostearate (40%)
Synonyms: Glyceryl monostearate; Glycerin monostearate; Stearic monoglyceride; Monostearin; GMS
Chemical Name: Stearic acid glycerol monoester
CAS Registry Number: [ 123-94-4; 11099-07-3; 31566-31-1 ]
Molecular Formula: C 21 H 42 O 4
Molecular Weight: 358.56
Specifications:
Appearance
White flakes or powder
Monoester, %
40 min.
Iodine value (g I 2 /100g)
3.0 max.
Freezing point, °C
55 - 60
Acid value (mg KOH/g)
2.0 max.
Saponification value (mg KOH/g)
160 - 175
Free Glycerin, %
7.0 max.
Arsenic (as As), ppm
3 max.
Heavy metals (as Pb), ppm
10 max.
Iron (Fe), ppm
10 max.
Applications: A lipophilic non-ionic surfactant with HLB of 3.6 - 4.2. It has effects of emulsification, dispersion, foaming, defoaming, starch anti-aging and fat agglomeration control, and is widely used in foodstuffs, cosmetic, medicine and plastic processing industries. It is an Emulsifier used the most widely and in the largest quantities in the foodstuff industry. This products of our company is Halal-certified.
Packaging: 25 Kg per sack (flakes of powder), or 25 Kg per carton (lumps).
Storage: Stored in dry and cool places. Shelf life: 1 year.