Glyceryl stearate

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Product Description

ProductGlyceryl stearate
CAS123-94-4 (pure grade) 11099-07-3 (crude grade) 315
FormulaCH3(CH2)16COOCH2COHHCH2OH
SynonymGlyceryl stearate, 2,3-Dihydroxypropyl octadecanoate, Glycerin monostearate, Glycerol monostearate, Glycerol stearate, Glyceryl monostearate GMS, Monostearin, Octadecanoic acid, monoester with 1,2,3-propanetriol, 1,2,3-Propanetriol octadecanoate, Stearic acid, monoester with glycerol Stearic monoglyceride

Typical Product Specifications

NotesGlyceryl stearate is a Monoester of glycerin and stearic acid Glyceryl stearate uses and applications include: Emulsifier for cosmetics, toiletries, foods, pharmaceuticals, oils, waxes, solvents; thickener, viscous builder for emulsions; plasticizer for cellulose nitrate; antistat, antifog, lubricant, processing aid for plastics; detackifier; emollient, stabilizer, thickener, opacifier in cosmetics; oil-well drilling mud lubricant; protective coating for hygroscopic powders; softener in textile finishes; foods (thickener, emulsifier, antisticking, antistalant, solvent); pharmaceutical excipient; surfactant lubricant in food-contact coatings; defoamer in food-contact paper coatings, paperpaperboard Suggested storage of Glyceryl stearate: Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area, out of direct sunlight, away from heatignition sources; light-sensitive FEMA#: 2527; INS471
ClassSolvents, Solvent
FunctionSolvents, Emulsifier, Acid, Stabilizer, Lubricant
IndustryCosmetic, Pharmaceutical, Plastics, Solvents
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