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Glyceryl monostearate, commonly known as GMS, is a monoglyceride commonly used as an emulsifier in foods.
Glyceryl monostearate takes the form of a white, odorless, and sweet-tasting flaky powder that is hygroscopic.
Glyceryl monostearate is the glycerol ester of stearic acid.
CAS Number: 31566-31-1
Molecular Formula: C21H42O4
Molecular Weight: 358.56
EINECS No: 250-705-4
Synonyms: Glyceryl monostearate, 123-94-4, Monostearin, 31566-31-1, GLYCEROL MONOSTEARATE, Glyceryl stearate, Tegin, 1-Stearoyl-rac-glycerol, 1-MONOSTEARIN, Glycerin 1-monostearate, Stearin, 1-mono-, Stearic acid 1-monoglyceride, 2,3-dihydroxypropyl octadecanoate, Glycerol 1-monostearate, 1-Glyceryl stearate, Glycerin 1-stearate, Sandin EU, 1-Monostearoylglycerol, Octadecanoic acid, 2,3-dihydroxypropyl ester, Aldo MSD, Aldo MSLG, Glyceryl 1-monostearate, Stearoylglycerol, Glycerol 1-stearate, alpha-Monostearin, Tegin 55G, Emerest 2407, Aldo 33, Aldo 75, Glycerin monostearate, Arlacel 165, 3-Stearoyloxy-1,2-propanediol, Cerasynt SD, Stearin, mono-, .alpha.-Monostearin, Monoglyceryl stearate, Glycerol alpha-monostearate, Cefatin, Dermagine, Monelgin, Sedetine, Admul, Orbon, Citomulgan M, 2,3-Dihydroxypropyl stearate, Drewmulse V, Cerasynt S, Drewmulse TP, Tegin 515, Cerasynt SE, Cerasynt WM, Cyclochem GMS, Drumulse AA, Protachem GMS, Witconol MS, Witconol MST, FEMA No. 2527, Glyceryl stearates, Monostearate (glyceride), Unimate GMS, Glyceryl monooctadecanoate, Ogeen M, Emcol CA, Emcol MSK, Hodag GMS, Ogeen GRB, Ogeen MAV, Aldo MS, Aldo HMS, Armostat 801, Kessco 40, Stearic monoglyceride, Abracol S.L.G., Arlacel 161, Arlacel 169, Imwitor 191, Imwitor 900K, NSC 3875, Atmul 67, Atmul 84, Starfol GMS 450, Starfol GMS 600, Starfol GMS 900, Cerasynt 1000-D, Emerest 2401, Aldo-28, Aldo-72, Atmos 150, Atmul 124, Estol 603, Ogeen 515, Tegin 503, Grocor 5500, Grocor 6000, Glycerol stearate, pure, Stearic acid alpha-monoglyceride, Cremophor gmsk, Glyceryl 1-octadecanoate, Cerasynt-sd, Lonzest gms, Cutina gms, Lipo GMS 410, Lipo GMS 450, Lipo GMS 600, glycerol stearate, 1-MONOSTEAROYL-rac-GLYCEROL, Nikkol mgs-a, Glyceryl monopalmitostearate, USAF KE-7, 1-octadecanoyl-rac-glycerol, EMUL P.7, EINECS 204-664-4, EINECS 245-121-1, UNII-230OU9XXE4, Celinhol - A, Stearic acid, monoester with glycerol, Glycerol .alpha.-monostearate, Glyceroli monostearas, Myvaplex 600, Glycerol monostearate, purified, Imwitor 491, Sorbon mg-100, 22610-63-5, Cithrol gms 0400, UNII-258491E1RZ, NSC3875, Stearic acid .alpha.-monoglyceride, (1)-2,3-Dihydroxypropyl stearate, MONOSTEARIN (L), C21H42O4, NSC-3875, 1-Monooctadecanoylglycerol, EINECS 250-705-4, 1,2,3-Propanetriol monooctadecanoate, Octadecanoic acid, ester with 1,2,3-propanetriol, GLYCERYL 1-STEARATE, TEGIN 90, 1-O-Octadecanoyl-2n-glycerol, AI3-00966, MG(18:0/0:0/0:0)[rac], 230OU9XXE4, DTXSID7029160, Glyceryl monostearate [JAN:NF], CHEBI:75555, EC 250-705-4, GLYCERYL MONOSTEARATE 40-50, Octadecanoic acid, monoester with 1,2,3-propanetriol, 258491E1RZ, 1-Stearoyl-rac-glycerol (90per cent), 83138-62-9, 85666-92-8, NCGC00164529-01, (+/-)-2,3-DIHYDROXYPROPYL OCTADECANOATE, DTXCID909160, Octadecanoic acid, 2,3-dihydroxypropyl ester, (A+/-)-, MFCD00036186, CAS-123-94-4, rac-Glycerol 1-stearate, EINECS 238-880-5, 1-Monooctadecanoyl-rac-glycerol, Celinhol-A, MG 18:0, (+/-)-2,3-Dihydroxypropyl octadecanoate; 1-Glyceryl stearate; 1-Monooctadecanoylglycerol; 1-Monostearin, Eastman 600, 1-O-stearoylglycerol, 1-octadecanoylglycerol, Glycerol Mono Stearate, rac-octadecanoylglycerol, glycerol 1-octadecanoate, rac-glyceryl monostearate, Glycerol .alpha.-sterate, rac-1-monostearoylglycerol, DSSTox_CID_9160, Dur-Em 117, Monoglycerides, c16-18, (+-)-1-stearoylglycerol, SCHEMBL4488, (+-)-glyceryl monostearate, Geleol mono and diglycerides, DSSTox_RID_78757, DSSTox_GSID_29304, Glycerol monostearate (GMS), (+-)-1-monostearoylglycerol, (+-)-1-octadecanoylglycerol, Glycerides, C16-18 mono-, Glycerol monostearate 40-55, GLYCERYL STEARATE (II), CHEMBL255696, 2,3-Dihydroxypropyl stearate #, DTXSID7027968, CHEBI:75557, 1-Stearoyl-rac-glycerol (90%), GLYCERYL MONOSTEARATE (II), Glyceryl monostearate (JP17/NF), 1-Stearoyl-rac-glycerol, >=99%, MAG 18:0, (+/-)-2,3-dihydroxypropyl stearate, EINECS 293-208-8, Tox21_112160, Tox21_202573, Tox21_301104, LMGL01010003, rac-2,3-dihydroxypropyl octadecanoate, AKOS015901589, STEARATE, 2,3-DIHYDROXYPROPYL, Tox21_112160_1, DB11250, (+/-)-2,3-dihydroxypropyl octadecanoate, NCGC00164529-02, NCGC00164529-03, NCGC00164529-04, NCGC00255004-01, NCGC00260122-01, Octadecanoic acid,3-dihydroxypropyl ester, 1,2,3-Propanetriol 1-octadecanoyl ester, BS-50505, STEARATE, 2,3-DIHYDROXYPROP-1-YL, C18-H36-O2.(C3H8-O3)x-, CAS-11099-07-3, LS-164168, FT-0626740, FT-0626748, FT-0674656, G0085, Octadecanoic acid, 2.3-dihydroxypropyl ester, C18-H36-O2.x-(C3-H8-O3)x-, D01947, EC 293-208-8, F71433, S-7950, 500-265-7 (NLP #), A890632, A903419, SR-01000944874, Octadecanoic acid monoester with 1,2,3-propanetriol, Octadecanoic acid, monester with 1,2,3-propanetriol, Q-201168, Q5572563, SR-01000944874-1, W-110285, Glyceryl monostearate; 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Glyceryl monostearate exists in the form of a white or cream, hard, waxy mass or greasy powder, flakes or beads.
Glyceryl Monostearate (GMS) is a mixture of monoacylgcerols, mostly monosteroylglycerol, together with quantities of di-and triacylglycerols.
Glyceryl monostearate is also used as hydration powder in exercise formulas.
Glyceryl Monostearate, also known as GMS or glycerol monostearate, is an organic compound commonly used as an emulsifier in various industries, including food, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals.
Glyceryl monostearate is a glycerol ester of stearic acid, which means it is composed of glycerol and stearic acid molecules.
Glyceryl Monostearate is usually found in the form of a white, odorless, and sweet-tasting flaky powder that is hygroscopic, meaning it absorbs moisture from the surrounding environment.
Glyceryl monostearate is insoluble in water but soluble in organic solvents like ether, benzene, and ethanol.
While the names glyceryl monostearate and mono- and diglycerides are used for a variety of esters of long-chain fatty acids, the esters fall into two distinct grades:
40–55 percent monoglycerides The PhEur 6.0 describes glyceryl monostearate 40–55 as a mixture of monoacylglycerols, mostly monostearoylglycerol, together with quantities of di- and triacylglycerols.
Glyceryl monostearate contains 40–55% of monoacylglycerols, 30–45% of diacylglycerols, and 5–15% of triacylglycerols.
This PhEur grade corresponds to mono- and di-glycerides USP– NF, which has similar specifications (not less than 40% monoglycerides).
90 percent monoglycerides The USP32–NF27 describes glyceryl monostearate as consisting of not less than 90% of monoglycerides of saturated fatty acids, chiefly glyceryl monostearate (C21H42O4) and glyceryl monopalmitate (C19H38O4).
The commercial products are mixtures of variable proportions of glyceryl monostearate and glyceryl monopalmitate.
Glyceryl monostearate is a white to cream-colored, wax-like solid in the form of beads, flakes, or powder.
Glyceryl monostearate is waxy to the touch and has a slight fatty odor and taste.
Glyceryl monostearate is a glycerol ester made from soybean oil derived fatty acid.
Glyceryl monostearate finds uses in both food and cosmetic applications.
Glycerol monostearate exists as three stereoisomers, the enantiomeric pair of 1-glycerol monostearate and 2-glycerol monostearate.
Typically these are encountered as a mixture as many of their properties are similar.
Glycerol monostearate, commonly known as GMS, is an organic molecule used as an emulsifier.
Glyceryl monostearate is a white, odorless, and sweet-tasting flaky powder that is hygroscopic.
Glyceryl monostearate is a glycerol ester of stearic acid.
Glyceryl monostearate occurs naturally in the body as a by-product of the breakdown of fats, and is also found in fatty foods.
Glyceryl monostearate is a food additive used as a thickening, emulsifying, anti-caking, and preservative agent; an emulsifying agent for oils, waxes, and solvents; a protective coating for hygroscopic powders; a solidifier and control release agent in pharmaceuticals; and a resin lubricant.
It is also used in cosmetics and hair care products.
Glyceryl monostearate, C21H42O4, also known as monostearin, is a mixture of variable proportions of glyceryl monostearate, glyceryl monopalmitate , and glyceryl esters of fatty acids present in commercial stearic acid.
Glyceryl monostearate can be used as an emulsifier.
Glyceryl monostearate also occurs naturally in the body as a fat metabolite, and is present in foods with high fat content.
Glyceryl monostearate is used as a protective coating for hygroscopic powders, and a solidifier and control release agent.
Organic Certified Glyceryl Monostearate, referred to as GMS for short, is a solid, waxy substance carrying a white appearance and minimal to no odor.
Glyceryl monostearate is produced by distilling cold-pressed organic flax seed oil or sunflower oil to yield two parts, organic glycerin and organic fatty acids.
The fatty acid byproduct portion are fractionated to produce saturated fatty acids which will react with the organic glycerin to form Organic Glyceryl Monostearate.
Glyceryl monostearate, is most sought after for its emulsifying properties, the ability to bind water and oil together in a formulation which would naturally separate.
Emulsifiers are an integral part of product development and formulation, used throughout cosmetic and personal-care manufacturing to food and beverage engineering, along with a wide range of industrial applications.
Glyceryl monostearate is a common food additive to thicken the consistency of a combination of ingredients, prevent caking, or act as an added preservative.
Glyceryl monostearates natural emollient characteristics make it suitable for a multitude of topical skincare products.
Glyceryl monostearate is a lipoid material made up of a mixture of various proportions of monoacylgcerols, mostly monosteroylglycerol, together with quantities of di-and triacylglycerol.
Although the names glyceryl monostearate and mono-and di-glycerides are used for several esters of long-chain fatty acids.
Glyceryl monostearate is waxy to the touch and has a slight, mild fatty odor and taste The USP describes glyceryl monostearate as consisting of not less than 90% of monoglycerides, chiefy glyceryl monostearate and glyceryl monopalmitate.
Glyceryl monostearate, also known as monostearin, is a mixture of variable proportions of glyceryl monostearate (C21H42O4), and glyceryl esters of fatty acids present in commercial stearic acid.
Glyceryl monostearate is prepared by glycerolysis of certain fats or oils that are derived from edible sources or by esterification, with glycerin, of stearic acid that is derived from edible sources.
Melting point: 78-81 °C
Boiling point: 410.96°C (rough estimate)
Density: 0.9700
refractive index: 1.4400 (estimate)
storage temp.: Sealed in dry,Store in freezer, under -20°C
solubility: Soluble in hot ethanol, ether, chloroform, hot acetone, mineral oil, and fixed oils. Practically insoluble in water, but may be dispersed in water with the aid of a small amount of soap or other surfactant.
form: Powder
color: Pure-white or cream-colored, wax-like solid
Odor: faint odor
Water Solubility: Soluble in hot organic solvents.Soluble in hot water. Slightly soluble in ethanol. Insoluble in aliphatic solvents.
Glyceryl monostearate helps to stabilize and blend two or more immiscible substances, such as oil and water, in a uniform mixture.
This property is particularly useful in the food industry for creating smooth and stable emulsions, such as salad dressings, mayonnaise, and sauces.
Glyceryl Monostearate can modify the texture of various food products.
In ice cream, for example, Glyceryl monostearate helps prevent the formation of ice crystals and improves the smoothness and creaminess of the final product.
Glyceryl monostearate also aids in the stabilization of whipped toppings and enhances the mouthfeel of certain foods.
Glyceryl monostearate, also known as glyceryl stearate, is an organic compound that belongs to the class of esters known as fatty acid glycerides.
Glyceryl monostearate is derived from stearic acid, a saturated fatty acid, and glycerol, a trihydroxy alcohol.
Glyceryl monostearate is commonly used in the food and cosmetic industries as an emulsifier, stabilizer, and thickening agent.
In food products, it helps to blend ingredients that would otherwise separate, such as oil and water.
Glyceryl monostearate can be found in various food items like ice cream, baked goods, margarine, and sauces.
In the cosmetic industry, glyceryl monostearate is used in creams, lotions, and other skincare products as an emulsifier to combine oil and water-based ingredients, thus ensuring a smooth texture and preventing separation.
Glyceryl monostearate also acts as a thickener, improving the consistency and stability of the products.
Glyceryl monostearate is generally considered safe for consumption and topical use, although some individuals may be sensitive or allergic to it.
As with any ingredient, Glyceryl monostearate is important to follow proper dosage and usage guidelines provided by manufacturers.
If you have specific concerns or questions about its use, it's best to consult with a healthcare professional or contact the relevant regulatory authorities for more information.
Glyceryl Monostearate prevents powders and granular substances from clumping or sticking together.
By reducing moisture absorption and maintaining the flowability of powdered ingredients, it helps extend the shelf life of food products.
Glyceryl Monostearate can act as a release agent.
Glyceryl monostearate is used in the manufacturing of tablets and capsules to facilitate the controlled release of active ingredients, ensuring proper absorption and therapeutic effects.
Glyceryl Monostearate is widely used in cosmetic and personal care products.
Glyceryl monostearate can function as an emollient, providing moisturizing properties to lotions, creams, and ointments.
Glyceryl monostearate helps stabilize oil-in-water emulsions and contributes to the overall stability and texture of cosmetic formulations.
Glyceryl monostearate has a chemical formula C21H42O4.
Glyceryl monostearate consists of a glycerol molecule esterified with a single stearic acid molecule.
Glyceryl monostearate has hydrophilic (water-loving) and lipophilic (fat-loving) properties, which make it an effective emulsifier.
It can form stable emulsions by reducing the surface tension between water and oil phases, allowing them to mix uniformly.
In addition to its emulsifying properties, glyceryl monostearate acts as a stabilizer, preventing the separation of ingredients in food and cosmetic formulations.
Glyceryl monostearate also contributes to the texture and mouthfeel of products, providing a smooth and creamy consistency.
Glyceryl monostearate can be derived from both animal and plant sources.
Animal-based sources typically involve the reaction of stearic acid with animal fats, while plant-based sources involve the reaction with vegetable oils, such as palm oil or soybean oil.
Glyceryl monostearate is considered safe for use in food and cosmetics by regulatory authorities such as the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA).
Glyceryl monostearate has been assigned the "Generally Recognized as Safe" (GRAS) status in the United States.
Other applications: Apart from its use in food and cosmetics, glyceryl monostearate is also utilized in pharmaceuticals as a binder, solubilizer, and lubricant in tablet and capsule formulations.
Glyceryl Monostearate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by regulatory authorities when used in accordance with approved levels.
However, individuals with specific allergies or sensitivities may experience adverse reactions, so it's always recommended to check product labels and consult with healthcare professionals if necessary.
When applied topically, its Glycerol constituent makes Glyceryl monostearate SE a fast-penetrating emollient that helps to create a protective barrier on the surface of the skin.
Glyceryl monostearate helps retain hydration and slow the loss of moisture.
This reduced rate of water evaporation helps to lubricate, condition, soften, and smoothe the skin.
Glyceryl monostearates protective properties extend to its antioxidant qualities, which help protect the skin against damage caused by free radicals.
Glyceryl monostearate is produced industrially by reacting triglycerides with glycerol.
Glyceryl monostearate occurs naturally in the body as a byproduct of fat breakdown and is found in low levels in certain seed oils.
Glycerol monostearate, commonly known as GMS, is the glycerol ester of stearic acid .
Glyceryl monostearate is commonly used as an emulsifier in foods.
When added to natural formulations, Glyceryl monostearate have stabilizing effects on the final product, which means it helps the other ingredients in the formulation to continue functioning effectively in order to go on exhibiting their beneficial properties.
Glyceryl monostearate helps to balance the product’s pH value and thereby prevents the product from becoming overly acidic or alkaline.
Glyceryl monostearate helps increase shelf life, prevents products from freezing or from developing crusts on their surfaces, and it helps lessen the greasy nature of some oils that may be added to cosmetics formulations.
In formulations that are oil-based, the thickening properties of Glyceryl monostearate help to scale down the need for co-emulsifiers and, in emulsions with big water phases, Glyceryl monostearate can help develop liquid crystal phases as well as crystalline gel phases.
As an opacifier, it makes transparent or translucent preparations opaque, thus protecting them from or increasing their resistance to being penetrated by visible light.
Glyceryl monostearate also helps to boost or balance the appearance of pigments and to improve the density of the final product for a luxuriously smooth and creamy texture.
Glyceryl monostearate also acts as a fast penetrating emollient which helps retain hydration, lubricate, condition and soften skin.
They slow loss of moisture so is ideal when adding to natural formulations.
Glyceryl monostearate enables other ingredients in the formulation to continue functioning effectively in order to excel their beneficial properties by extending shelf life, preventing products from freezing and developing crusts on the surface.
One important factor is Glyceryl monostearate allows oils to be added to products but decreases the greasiness so the final product is a smooth, creamy texture.
Glyceryl Monostearate plays a crucial role in improving the texture, stability, and appearance of various products in different industries.
Glyceryl monostearate is an effective emulsifier, helping to combine water-based and oil-based ingredients.
It is made by reacting glycerin with stearic acid, which is derived from animal and vegetable fats and oils.
In the production of Glyceryl monostearate, an excess of stearic acid is reacted with glycerin, and then the excess stearic acid is further reacted with potassium and/or sodium hydroxide to produce a product containing glyceryl monostearate along with potassium stearate and/or sodium stearate.
Glyceryl monostearate is known for its nourishing properties, as it deeply restores moisture to the skin.
Glyceryl monostearate also has hydrating effects and aids in emulsification.
The chemical formula of glyceryl monostearate is C21H42O4, and its IUPAC name is 2,3-dihydroxypropyl octadecanoate.
Glyceryl monostearate is soluble in hot alcohol, chloroform, benzene, and carbon disulfide, but insoluble in water, petroleum ether, ether, and cold ethanol.
When handling glyceryl monostearate, proper personal protective equipment should be used, such as gloves and eye protection.
Glyceryl monostearate should be stored in a sealed container at a temperature of -20 °C.
The self-emulsifying grades of glyceryl monostearate are incompatible with acidic substances.
Glycerol monostearate occurs naturally in the body as a product of the breakdown of fats by pancreatic lipase.
Glyceryl monostearate is present at very low levels in certain seed oils.
Glyceryl monostearate is a self emulsifying wax.
Glyceryl monostearate is located in dozens of personal care products, including moisturizers, eye cream, sunscreen, makeup and hand creams.
Direct Chems provide Glyceryl monostearate SE which is self emulsifying in pearl form and can be used as a viscosity enhancer adding emollient properties which makes skin softer and supple.
One of the primary functions of Glyceryl Monostearate is its role as an emulsifying agent.
Glyceryl monostearate is prepared by the reaction of glycerin with triglycerides from animal or vegetable sources, producing a mixture of monoglycerides and diglycerides.
The Glyceryl monostearate may be further reacted to produce the 90% monoglyceride grade.
Another process involves reaction of glycerol with stearoyl chloride.
The starting materials are not pure Glyceryl monostearate and therefore the products obtained from the processes contain a mixture of esters, including palmitate and oleate. Consequently, Glyceryl monostearate, and therefore the physical properties, of glyceryl monostearate may vary considerably depending on the manufacturer.
The many varieties of glyceryl monostearate are used as nonionic emulsifiers, stabilizers, emollients, and plasticizers in a variety of food, pharmaceutical, and cosmetic applications.
Glyceryl monostearate acts as an effective stabilizer, that is, as a mutual solvent for polar and nonpolar compounds that may form water-in-oil or oil-in-water emulsions.
These properties also make it useful as a dispersing agent for pigments in oils or solids in fats, or as a solvent for phospholipids, such as lecithin.
Glyceryl monostearate has also been used in a novel fluidized hot-melt granulation technique for the production of granules and tablets.
Glyceryl monostearate is a lubricant for tablet manufacturing and may be used to form sustained-release matrices for solid dosage forms.
Sustained-release applications include the formulation of pellets for tablets or suppositories, and the preparation of a veterinary bolus.
Glyceryl monostearate has also been used as a matrix ingredient for a biodegradable, implantable, controlledrelease dosage form.
When using glyceryl monostearate in a formulation, the possibility of polymorph formation should be considered.
The aform is dispersible and foamy, useful as an emulsifying agent or preservative.
The denser, more stable, b-form is suitable for wax matrices.
Glyceryl monostearate has been used to mask the flavor of clarithromycin in a pediatric formulation.
Uses:
Glyceryl monostearate is also used in cosmetics and hair-care products.
In the food industry, Glyceryl Monostearate is used as a food additive with multiple functions.
Glyceryl monostearate acts as a thickening agent, emulsifier, anti-caking agent, and preservative.
Glyceryl monostearate helps improve the physical and rheological properties of batters and doughs, resulting in better-quality cakes and bread.
Glyceryl monostearate also enhances the aeration of doughs and batters, contributing to the texture of products like sponge cakes and pancakes.
Glyceryl monostearate is widely used in the food industry as an emulsifier, stabilizer, and thickening agent.
It helps to blend ingredients, prevent separation, and improve texture.
Glyceryl monostearate helps to improve the texture, stability, and shelf life of bread, cakes, cookies, and pastries.
It aids in the formation of a stable emulsion, preventing the formation of ice crystals and improving the smoothness of the ice cream.
Glyceryl monostearate helps to stabilize and emulsify the fat and water components, ensuring a homogeneous product.
Glyceryl monostearate assists in creating a stable emulsion in salad dressings, mayonnaise, and sauces, preventing separation of oil and water.
Glyceryl monostearate is widely used in cosmetics and personal care products due to its emulsifying, stabilizing, and thickening properties.
It can be found in various products, including:
Glyceryl monostearate helps to combine oil and water-based ingredients, creating a smooth texture and preventing separation.
Glyceryl monostearate contributes to the creamy consistency and helps to retain moisture in the skin.
It aids in the formation of stable emulsions and provides a smooth texture to shampoos, conditioners, and styling products.
In pharmaceutical formulations, glyceryl monostearate is used as a binder, solubilizer, and lubricant in tablet and capsule preparations.
Glyceryl monostearate helps to improve the cohesion and compressibility of powdered ingredients in tablets, enhances drug solubility, and reduces friction during tablet manufacturing.
Glyceryl Monostearate is commonly used in the production of dairy products such as cream, whipped cream, ice cream, and imitation creams.
Glyceryl monostearate is also utilized in fruit/vegetable spreads, jams, jellies, and marmalades.
Glyceryl monostearate is employed in cosmetics and hair care products, serving as an emulsifying agent, emollient, and surfactant in various formulations.
In pharmaceuticals, Glyceryl Monostearate can be used as a solidifier, control release agent, and protective coating for hygroscopic powders.
It is also found in certain plastics used for food packaging and can be used as an emulsifier in PVC and other polymer processing.
Glycerol monostearate is used as an emulsifier, resin lubricant, opacifier, emollient, bodying agent in a variety of cosmetic formulations for skincare and haircare.
Glyceryl monostearate is also used as a thickening, anti-caking and preservative agent.
Glyceryl monostearate is also useful for preventing ice creams from drying out or being too sweet.
It is further used as a foaming agent for the foam-mat drying of papaya.
Glyceryl monostearate is also used as an anti-staling agent in bread.
Glyceryl monostearate is largely used in baking preparations to add "body" to the food.
Glyceryl monostearate is somewhat responsible for giving ice cream and whipped cream their smooth texture.
Glyceryl monostearate is sometimes used as an antistaling agent in bread.
Glyceryl monostearate is used in the following products: washing & cleaning products, lubricants and greases, adhesives and sealants, polishes and waxes, fertilisers and coating products.
Other release to the environment of Glyceryl monostearate is likely to occur from: indoor use (e.g. machine wash liquids/detergents, automotive care products, paints and coating or adhesives, fragrances and air fresheners), outdoor use, indoor use in close systems with minimal release (e.g. cooling liquids in refrigerators, oil-based electric heaters) and outdoor use in close systems with minimal release (e.g. hydraulic liquids in automotive suspension, lubricants in motor oil and break fluids).
Glyceryl monostearate is utilized in pharmaceuticals beyond tablet and capsule formulations.
It can be found in various medications and medical products in different forms, including creams, ointments, and suppositories.
Glyceryl monostearate serves as an emulsifier, stabilizer, and consistency regulator, ensuring the uniform distribution and stability of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other components.
Glyceryl monostearate is also used as a food additive in certain products to provide specific characteristics. Some examples include:
Glyceryl monostearate aids in the prevention of fat bloom, which is the migration of cocoa butter to the surface of chocolate, resulting in discoloration or a dull appearance.
Whipped toppings: It helps stabilize the foam structure, providing a light and fluffy texture.
Glyceryl monostearate assists in emulsifying and stabilizing the fat and water components, creating a creamy texture and preventing separation.
Glyceryl monostearate finds applications in various industrial processes as well.
Glyceryl monostearate is used as a lubricant, release agent, and anti-static agent in industries such as plastics, rubber, and textiles.
Glyceryl monostearate can help improve the flow properties of materials and prevent adhesion or sticking during manufacturing processes.
Glyceryl monostearate can be found in certain nutritional supplements, particularly those in the form of powders or capsules.
Glyceryl monostearate is used as an emulsifier and stabilizer to improve the dispersibility and mixability of powdered supplements.
Glyceryl monostearate helps prevent clumping and ensures uniform distribution of the active ingredients.
Glyceryl monostearate is commonly used in the production of bakery and confectionery items to improve their texture, shelf life, and overall quality.
It aids in dough conditioning, emulsification of fats, and stabilization of air bubbles during baking.
Glyceryl monostearate is also used in certain confectionery coatings, fillings, and icings to provide a smooth texture and prevent oil separation.
Glyceryl monostearate can be used in the production of dairy products to enhance their texture and stability.
It is often added to products like yogurt, cheese, and cream to improve their smoothness, prevent syneresis (the separation of liquid), and provide a creamy mouthfeel.
Glyceryl monostearate is utilized in the manufacturing of pet food, particularly in the production of dry kibbles.
Glyceryl monostearate helps improve the extrusion process, bind the ingredients together, and maintain the structural integrity of the kibble.
In industrial applications, glyceryl monostearate is used as a lubricant and anti-static agent.
It can be found in lubricants for machinery, metalworking processes, and other industrial equipment.
Its lubricating properties help reduce friction, wear, and heat generation.
Glyceryl monostearate is sometimes included in animal feed and veterinary products.
It can serve as a pelleting aid, improving the binding and durability of animal feed pellets.
Glyceryl monostearate may be used in certain veterinary formulations for oral or topical administration.
Glyceryl monostearate can also be used as an additive in plastic, where GMS works as an antistatic and antifogging agent.
Glyceryl monostearate is common in food packaging.
Glycerol monostearate is used as an emulsifier, resin lubricant, opacifier, emollient, bodying agent in a variety of cosmetic formulations for skincare and haircare.
Glyceryl monostearate is also used as a thickening, anti-caking and preservative agent.
Glyceryl monostearate is also useful for preventing ice creams from drying out or being too sweet.
Glyceryl monostearate is further used as a foaming agent for the foam-mat drying of papaya.
Glyceryl monostearate is also used as an anti-staling agent in bread.
Glyceryl monostearate is an emulsifier that helps form neutral, stable emulsions.
Glyceryl monostearate is also a solvent, humectant, and consistency regulator in water-in-oil and oil-in-water formulations.
Glyceryl monostearate can be used as a skin lubricant and imparts a pleasant skin feel.
Glyceryl monostearate is a mixture of mono-, di-, and triglycerides of palmitic and stearic acids, and is made from glycerin and stearic fatty acids.
Derived for cosmetic use from palm kernel or soy oil, it is also found in the human body.
Glyceryl monostearate is very mild with a low skin-irritation profile; however, a slight risk of irritation exists if products contain poor quality glyceryl stearate.
Commercial material used in foods is produced industrially by a Glyceryl monostearate is reaction between triglycerides (from either vegetable or animal fats) and glycerol.
Glyceryl monostearate is also used as an emulsifying agent for oils, waxes, and solvents, a protective coating for hygroscopic powders, a solidifier and controlled release agent in pharmaceuticals, and a lubricant in cosmetics and hair-care products.
Glyceryl monostearate is a self emulsifying nonionic surfactant, used as a lubricant in confectionery, as a release agent and as a dough softener.
Glyceryl monostearate is used as a low HLB emulsifier in personal care products where non animal grade products are needed.
Glyceryl monostearate is a food additive used as a thickening, emulsifying, anticaking, and preservative agent; an emulsifying agent for oils, waxes, and solvents; a protective coating for hygroscopic powders; a solidifier and control release agent in pharmaceuticals; and a resin lubricant.
Safety Profile:
Glyceryl monostearate is generally considered safe and is widely used in food, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals.
However, like any chemical substance, it can pose some hazards under specific conditions, especially in industrial or manufacturing settings.
Glyceryl monostearate is combustible but not classified as flammable.
In the presence of heat, it can ignite and burn, producing smoke and carbon oxides (CO and CO₂).
There is no known evidence to suggest that Glyceryl Monostearate causes genetic mutations, cancer, or reproductive toxicity in humans or animals.
Long-term studies and toxicological assessments have not demonstrated any significant chronic health risks, and the compound is not listed as a known or suspected carcinogen by regulatory bodies such as the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), NTP, or OSHA.
Glyceryl monostearate has not been found to cause sensitization through skin or respiratory routes, although rare cases of hypersensitivity or contact dermatitis cannot be entirely ruled out, particularly in individuals with a pre-existing allergy to fatty acid esters.
Fine powders of GMS can form combustible dust clouds, which are a risk for dust explosion in confined spaces with an ignition source.
Although Glyceryl Monostearate is widely used in the food, cosmetic, and pharmaceutical industries and is considered safe for human consumption in regulated quantities, handling it in its pure, powdered, or industrial form may pose mild health hazards under certain conditions.
If inhaled in large amounts as airborne dust, GMS may cause temporary irritation of the upper respiratory tract, including symptoms such as coughing, throat dryness, or slight discomfort in the nasal passages.
When it comes into direct contact with the skin, particularly in its concentrated or unprocessed form, it may lead to mild, non-allergic irritation, especially if the exposure is prolonged or if the individual has sensitive skin.
In contact with the eyes, Glyceryl Monostearate may cause slight redness, tearing, or discomfort, although these effects are typically short-lived and not considered serious.
