Masemul EPB-7014A, 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.
Masemul EPB-7014A 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.
Masemul EPB-7014A 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.
CAS Number: 31566-31-1
Molecular Formula: C21H42O4
Molecular Weight: 358.56
EINECS Number: 250-705-4
Synonyms: Glyceryl monostearate, 123-94-4, Monostearin, 31566-31-1, GLYCEROL MONOSTEARATE, Glyceryl stearate, Tegin, 1-Stearoyl-rac-glycerol, 2,3-dihydroxypropyl octadecanoate, 1-MONOSTEARIN, Glycerin 1-monostearate, Glycerol 1-monostearate, Glycerol 1-stearate, Stearin, 1-mono-, Stearic acid 1-monoglyceride, 1-Glyceryl stearate, Glycerin 1-stearate, Sandin EU, 1-Monostearoylglycerol, Octadecanoic acid, 2,3-dihydroxypropyl ester, Aldo MSD, Aldo MSLG, Glyceryl 1-monostearate, Stearoylglycerol, alpha-Monostearin, Tegin 55G, Emerest 2407, Aldo 33, Aldo 75, Glycerin monostearate, Arlacel 165, 3-Stearoyloxy-1,2-propanediol, 11099-07-3, Cerasynt SD, .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), Stearin, mono-, 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, 22610-63-5, EINECS 204-664-4, EINECS 245-121-1, Stearic acid, monoester with glycerol, Glycerol .alpha.-monostearate, Glyceroli monostearas, Glycerol monostearate, purified, Imwitor 491, Octadecanoic acid, ester with 1,2,3-propanetriol, Sorbon mg-100, Cithrol gms 0400, UNII-258491E1RZ, NSC3875, 1-Stearoyl-rac-glycerol (90%), Stearic acid .alpha.-monoglyceride, (1)-2,3-Dihydroxypropyl stearate, MONOSTEARIN (L), NSC-3875, 1-Monooctadecanoylglycerol, EINECS 250-705-4, 1,2,3-Propanetriol monooctadecanoate, GLYCERYL 1-STEARATE, AI3-00966, MG(18:0/0:0/0:0)[rac], 85666-92-8, DTXSID7029160, CHEBI:75555, EC 250-705-4, GLYCERYL MONOSTEARATE 40-50, MFCD00036186, Octadecanoic acid, monoester with 1,2,3-propanetriol, 258491E1RZ, 1-Stearoyl-rac-glycerol (90per cent), 83138-62-9, NCGC00164529-01, (+/-)-2,3-DIHYDROXYPROPYL OCTADECANOATE, DTXCID909160, (R)-2,3-Dihydroxypropyl stearate, Celinhol - A, CAS-123-94-4, MG 18:0, (+/-)-2,3-Dihydroxypropyl octadecanoate; 1-Glyceryl stearate; 1-Monooctadecanoylglycerol; 1-Monostearin, Eastman 600, 1-O-stearoylglycerol, 1-octadecanoylglycerol, rac-octadecanoylglycerol, glycerol 1-octadecanoate, rac-glyceryl monostearate, Glycerol .alpha.-sterate, rac-1-monostearoylglycerol, DSSTox_CID_9160, Monoglycerides, c16-18, (+-)-1-stearoylglycerol, SCHEMBL4488, (+-)-glyceryl monostearate, Geleol mono and diglycerides, DSSTox_RID_78757, DSSTox_GSID_29304, (+-)-1-monostearoylglycerol, (+-)-1-octadecanoylglycerol, Glycerides, C16-18 mono-, Glycerol monostearate 40-55, GLYCERYL STEARATE (II), 230OU9XXE4, CHEMBL255696, 2,3-Dihydroxypropyl stearate #, DTXSID7027968, CHEBI:75557, GLYCERYL MONOSTEARATE (II), Glyceryl monostearate (JP17/NF), 1-Stearoyl-rac-glycerol, >=99%, MAG 18:0, EINECS 238-880-5, EINECS 293-208-8, Tox21_112160, Tox21_202573, Tox21_301104, LMGL01010003, rac-2,3-dihydroxypropyl octadecanoate, AKOS015901589, Tox21_112160_1, 1ST2017, 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, CAS-11099-07-3, G0085, NS00006688, Octadecanoic acid, 2.3-dihydroxypropyl ester, 1ST2017-100, D01947, EC 293-208-8, F71433, S-7950, SBI-0654053.0001, A903419, SR-01000944874, Q-201168, Q5572563, SR-01000944874-1, W-110285, BRD-A31454688-001-01-6, 1-Stearoyl-rac-glycerol Solution in Toluene, 100mug/mL, Octadecanoic acid, 2,3-dihydroxypropyl ester, (+/-)-, Octadecanoic acid, 2,3-dihydroxypropyl ester, (A+/-)-, ()-2,3-Dihydroxypropyl octadecanoate; 1-Glyceryl stearate; 1-Monooctadecanoylglycerol; 1-Monostearin, InChI Myvaplex 600, rac-Glycerol 1-stearate, C21H42O4, UNII-230OU9XXE4, 1-Monooctadecanoyl-rac-glycerol, Celinhol-A, Glyceryl monostearate, abracols.l.g.,admul,advawax140,2,3-Dihydroxypropyl octadecanoate,Monostearin,D01947,Glyceryl monostearate (jp15/nf),Glycerol Monostearate HPMC.
Masemul EPB-7014A is an emulsifier primarily used in the production of polymer blends, particularly in the plastics industry.
Masemul EPB-7014A is often applied to enhance the compatibility of different polymers in a blend, allowing them to mix more effectively, which improves the mechanical properties, stability, and processing characteristics of the final product.
This type of emulsifier typically plays a key role in applications like injection molding and extrusion, where consistency and material strength are essential.
Masemul EPB-7014A, commonly known as GMS, is a monoglyceride commonly used as an emulsifier in foods.
Masemul EPB-7014A takes the form of a white, odorless, and sweet-tasting flaky powder that is hygroscopic.
Chemically it is the glycerol ester of stearic acid. It is also used as hydration powder in exercise formulas
While the names Masemul EPB-7014A 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.
It 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 Masemul EPB-7014A 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.
Masemul EPB-7014A is waxy to the touch and has a slight fatty odor and taste.
Masemul EPB-7014A is an emulsifier blend of non-GMO, no-partially-hydrogenated-oil palm-based mono- and diglycerides used in commercial ice cream stabilizers.
It is produced by Musim Mas and distributed exclusively by Brenntag North America.
The palm oil used to produce it is Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil certified.
Along with natural plant-derived ingredients such as guar gum, xanthan gum and carrageenan, stabilizers made with EPB-7014A enhance the ice cream texture and create a smoother mouthfeel.
The ingredient also helps emulsify fat and water and improves the ice cream’s stability.
Masemul EPB-7014A 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.
Commercial material used in foods is produced industrially by a glycerolysis reaction between triglycerides (from either vegetable or animal fats) and glycerol.
Masemul EPB-7014A occurs naturally in the body as a product of the breakdown of fats by pancreatic lipase.
Masemul EPB-7014A is present at very low levels in certain seed oils.
Masemul EPB-7014A, is a monoglyceride commonly used as an emulsifier in foods.
Chemically it is the monoglycerol ester of stearic acid.
Masemul EPB-7014A 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.
Masemul EPB-7014A is also used in cosmetics and hair-care products.
Masemul EPB-7014A is generally a white, odorless, and sweet-tasting flaky powder that is hygroscopic.
Margarine consists of an aqueous phase dispersed into oil/fat as a continuous phase.
In margarine, Masemul EPB-7014A is necessary to stabilize the liquid emulsion before crystallization to secure a homogenous product and to achieve a finely dispersed and stable water distribution.
Masemul EPB-7014A as an emulsifier reduces the interfacial tension between oil and water surfaces resulting in a stable emulsion.
Suggested use level is 0.5% on the total weight to be added with the oils at 600 C min. to ensure complete dispersion.
Masemul EPB-7014A is fat soluble and has a higher melting point than the fat blend in which it is used.
Masemul EPB-7014A is dissolved in the fat blend by heating 1 part of Glyceryl Monostearate NSE with 5 parts by 5-100C.
Masemul EPB-7014A can be also used in combination with soya lecithin.
The use of soya lecithin increases the solubility of Masemul EPB-7014A so if lecithin is used, it is added together with Glyceryl Monostearate NSE.
After complete melting and agitation, the solution mix is added to the remaining melted fat blend during agitation.
During emulsification the water droplets, which are formed when water is added to oil during agitation, will come in close contact with oil containing Masemul EPB-7014A.
This results in a coating of the water droplets with Masemul EPB-7014A.
During increased shear stress, particularly in the tube chiller, less energy is then required to divide the water droplets further and hence water dispersion is improved by using Masemul EPB-7014A.
Masemul EPB-7014A provides a smooth mouth-feel and improves spreading properties.
The water present in margarine tends to "Sweat out" after being packed and stored.
Masemul EPB-7014A emulsifies this water and stabilizes it in the fat of the margarine.
Because of homogeneous emulsion, Masemul EPB-7014A functions as anti-spattering agent during frying operation.
Masemul EPB-7014A can be added to crystalize part of the free oil during processing and thus prevent the oil and peanut fibres from separating during storage.
Melting point: 78-81 °C
Boiling point: 410.96°C (rough estimate)
Density: 0.9700
refractive index: 1.4400 (estimate)
Flash point: >500
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.
Merck: 14,4489
Masemul EPB-7014A is indeed specialized as a high-performance emulsifier designed to aid in the compatibility and blending of polymers that are naturally immiscible, such as polypropylene (PP) with polyethylene (PE), or polyamide (PA) with other polymers.
The emulsifier typically acts by reducing interfacial tension, allowing the polymers to form a uniform blend that enhances mechanical properties like tensile strength, impact resistance, and thermal stability.
Masemul EPB-7014A is prepared by the reaction of glycerin with triglycerides from animal or vegetable sources, producing a mixture of monoglycerides and diglycerides.
The diglycerides 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 substances and therefore the products obtained from the processes contain a mixture of esters, including palmitate and oleate.
Consequently, the composition, and therefore the physical properties, of Masemul EPB-7014A may vary considerably depending on the manufacturer.
The many varieties of Masemul EPB-7014A are used as nonionic emulsifiers, stabilizers, emollients, and plasticizers in a variety of food, pharmaceutical, and cosmetic applications.
It 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.
Masemul EPB-7014A has also been used in a novel fluidized hot-melt granulation technique for the production of granules and tablets.
Masemul EPB-7014A 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.
Masemul EPB-7014A has also been used as a matrix ingredient for a biodegradable, implantable, controlledrelease dosage form.
When using Masemul EPB-7014A 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.
This application has been used to mask the flavor of clarithromycin in a pediatric formulation.
Masemul EPB-7014A contains both water & oil soluble groups in one molecule.
This characteristic structure enables is to be a very effective emulsifier.
Another important advantage to Masemul EPB-7014A is high nutritive value.
It is non toxic & therefore very suitable for use in food formulation.
Masemul EPB-7014A belongs to the class of non inoic emulsifiers.
Masemul EPB-7014A is suggested as an emulsifier in producing high quality Biscuits.
Due to Masemul EPB-7014A , fat disperses uniformly in the dough and hence Masemul EPB-7014A improves the release of the dough from the moulds and cutters to achieve well-shaped biscuits without any distorted edges.
It can help to reduce consumption of egg yolk or fat used in making biscuits, thus achieving economy.
Masemul EPB-7014A weight of flour should be added durng the dough mixing after preparing an emulsion (1.6) in hot water.
In the manufacture of Ice Cream, Masemul EPB-7014A is added to the milk preferably in the form of 5-10% dispersion in water.
For making this dispersion it is advised to use water of 700 C.
Quantity to be added is 0.2-0.3% of Masemul EPB-7014A calculated on milkweight.
The ingredients are mixed together in the usual manner in the pasturiser & the temperature raised to either 650 C or 710 C Masemul EPB-7014A ensure the even dispersion of fat & solids & prevents the development of ice crystals in the finished ice Cream which thus retains a creamy smooth texture.
Masemul EPB-7014A exists as three stereoisomers, the enantiomeric pair of 1-Glyceryl Monostearate NSE and 2-Glyceryl Monostearate.
Typically these are encountered as a mixture as many of their properties are similar.
Commercial material used in foods is produced industrially by a glycerolysis reaction between triglycerides (from either vegetable or animal fats) and glycerol.
Masemul EPB-7014A occurs naturally in the body as a product of the breakdown of fats by pancreatic lipase.
Masemul EPB-7014A is present at very low levels in certain seed oils.
Uses:
Masemul EPB-7014A is an emulsifier that helps form neutral, stable emulsions.
It is also a solvent, humectant, and consistency regulator in water-in-oil and oil-in-water formulations.
In addition, it can be used as a skin lubricant and imparts a pleasant skin feel.
Masemul EPB-7014A 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.
Masemul EPB-7014A is very mild with a low skin-irritation profile; however, a slight risk of irritation exists if products contain poor quality glyceryl stearate.
Masemul EPB-7014A is 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.
Masemul EPB-7014A 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.
Masemul EPB-7014A is a self emulsifying nonionic surfactant, used as a lubricant in confectionery, as a release agent and as a dough softener.
Masemul EPB-7014A is used as a low HLB emulsifier in personal care products where non animal grade products are needed.
Masemul EPB-7014A is a glycerol ester made from soybean oil derived fatty acid.
Masemul EPB-7014A finds uses in both food and cosmetic applications.
Commercially, Masemul EPB-7014A is synthesized from mono triglycerides, diglycerides, and triglycerides of palmitic acid and stearic acid.
Masemul EPB-7014A is often used as an emulsifier to stabilize the product and prevent separation.
Masemul EPB-7014A is found in many personal care products such as moisturizers, eye creams, sunscreens, cosmetics, and hand creams.
Masemul EPB-7014A is also used as a preservative.
Masemul EPB-7014A is widely used in cosmetics.
It is an emulsifying and solubilizing ingredient, dispersing agent, emollient, formula stabilizer, and surface-action agent. employed in baby creams, face masks, foundation, and hand lotions, it is often derived from hydrogenated soybean oil.
Masemul EPB-7014A has little or no G toxicity.
Included in the FDA Inactive Ingredients Database (oral capsules and tablets; ophthalmic, otic, rectal, topical, transdermal, and vaginal preparations).
Included in nonparenteral medicines licensed in the UK included in the Canadian List of Acceptable Non-medicinal Ingredients.
If Masemul EPB-7014A is produced from animal fats (tallow), there may be additional regulatory requirements that the source be free of contamination from bovine spongiform encephalopathy.
Masemul EPB-7014A 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.
It is also used in cosmetics and hair-care products.
Masemul EPB-7014A is largely used in baking preparations to add "body" to the food.
It is somewhat responsible for giving ice cream and whipped cream their smooth texture.
It is sometimes used as an antistaling agent in bread.
Masemul EPB-7014A can also be used as an additive in plastic, where GMS works as an antistatic and antifogging agent.
This is common in food packaging.
Enhances the impact resistance and flexibility of materials like polypropylene and polyamide blends, making bumpers more durable and able to withstand collisions.
Provides improved appearance and consistency for blended plastic materials in dashboards, door panels, and trim pieces.
Masemul EPB-7014A is used in blending materials that provide electrical insulation and structural stability, Masemul EPB-7014A ensures that different polymers can be mixed to create durable, non-conductive housing for electronics.
Enhances flexibility and resistance to heat, making it ideal for wire coatings and insulation layers where different polymers are combined.
In applications like rigid containers or flexible pouches, Masemul EPB-7014A improves the compatibility of barrier materials to better protect contents from moisture, oxygen, and contaminants.
Allows diverse post-consumer plastics to be combined for eco-friendly packaging solutions, maintaining quality and reducing the need for virgin plastic.
Used to create durable, chemically-resistant pipes, especially for blending polyvinyl chloride (PVC) with other materials to improve resilience and compatibility.
Helps in creating polymer blends that offer enhanced thermal and acoustic insulation, suitable for walls, ceilings, and flooring in buildings.
Improves the flexibility and toughness of polymer blends used in sports equipment, like helmets, protective padding, and impact-resistant gear.
Enhances the mechanical stability of polymer components in appliances, like washing machine covers and dishwasher panels, where durability and heat resistance are required.
Essential for blending mixed plastic waste streams, such as polypropylene, polyethylene, and others, allowing manufacturers to produce higher-quality recycled plastics.
Masemul EPB-7014A is used in green manufacturing initiatives where compatibility of different recycled polymers needs to be achieved without sacrificing performance.
Storage:
If stored at warm temperatures, Masemul EPB-7014A increases in acid value upon aging owing to the saponification of the ester with trace amounts of water.
Effective antioxidants may be added, such as butylated hydroxytoluene and propyl gallate.
Masemul EPB-7014A should be stored in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry place, and protected from light.
Safety Profile:
Masemul EPB-7014A is widely used in cosmetics, foods, and oral and topical pharmaceutical formulations, and is generally regarded as a nontoxic and nonirritant material.
Direct contact with Masemul EPB-7014A may cause skin and eye irritation, as is common with emulsifiers.
Protective equipment like gloves and goggles is typically recommended during handling.
Masemul EPB-7014A is in powder or fine particle form, inhaling it may irritate the respiratory tract.
Good ventilation, dust masks, or respirators are advised, particularly in environments where dust generation is likely.
Some individuals may experience allergic reactions or sensitization upon repeated exposure.
Limiting direct contact and using proper personal protective equipment (PPE) can help mitigate this risk.
Certain emulsifiers may pose risks to aquatic life if they enter water systems, depending on biodegradability and toxicity.
Proper disposal according to local environmental regulations is advised to prevent contamination.