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Glycerol monostearate (40%)
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: C21H42O4
Molecular Weight: 358.56
Specifications:
| Appearance |
White flakes or powder |
| Monoester, % |
40 min. |
| Iodine value (g I2/100g) |
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, % |
1.0 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.
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.
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