Glycerol mono stearate

Glycerol mono stearate Specification

CAS No
31566-31-1

EINECS No
250-705-4

Grade
Food Grade

Poisonous
NO

Appearance
White waxy flakes or powder

HS Code
29157090

Product Type
Cosmetic & Food Additive Chemical

Physical Form
Solid

Ingredients
Glycerol Ester of Stearic Acid

Purity
90 99%

Glycerol mono stearate Trade Information

Minimum Order Quantity
25 Kilograms

Delivery Time
1 Week

Glycerol mono stearate About

Glycerol monostearate (GMS) is a monoglyceride thats commonly used as an emulsifier in foods. Its also used in cosmetics and beauty products. GMS is a white, odorless, and sweet-tasting flaky powder thats hygroscopic. Its the glycerol ester of stearic acid. It occurs naturally in the body as a by-product of the breakdown of fats,

and is also found in fatty foods.

Chemical formula C21H42O4
Molar mass 358.57 g/mol.
Density 1.03 g/cm
Boiling point over 260C

Technical Analysis

Specification Typical Values
Colour (APHA) white to pale yellow in solid form.
CAS NO. 31566-31-1.
Solubility insoluble in water and soluble in ethanol and toluene at 50C.

Glycerol monostearate (GMS) is a white, odorless, and sweet-tasting flaky powder that is hygroscopic.

Sihauli Chemicals is one of the leading Glycerol mono stearate Manufacturer and Exporter form India. Sihauli Chemicals Supplyn Glycerol mono stearate to Asia, Africa, Europe, North & South America and Oceania.
Our Global Presense:

Asia: Bangladesh, Burma (Myanmar), China, Hong Kong (UK), Indonesia, Iran, Israel, Japan, Jordan, Kampuchea (Cambodia), Kuwait, Laos, Lebanon, Macao (Portuguese), Malaysia, Maldives, Mongolia, Nepal, Oman, Philippines, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, South Korea, Sri Lanka, Taiwan, Thailand, Turkey, United Arab Emirates, Vietnam.

Europe: Albania, Andorra, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Czechoslovakia, Denmark, Finland, France, German Democratic Republic, Gibraltar, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, Malta, Monaco, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, San Marino, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, United Kingdom,

U.S.S.R., Yugoslavia. Africa: Algeria, Angola, Egypt, Ethiopia, Gabon, Ghana, Kenya, Liberia, Libya, Madagascar, Mauritius, Morocco, Mozambique, Namibia, Nigeria, Reunion (France), Seychelles, Somalia, South Africa, Sudan, Tanzania, Tunisia, Uganda, Zambia, Zimbabwe.

North America: Bahamas, Barbados, Bermuda, British Virgin Islands, Canada, Costa Rica, Cuba, Dominica, El Salvador, Greenland (Denmark), Grenada, Guatemala, Haiti, Honduras, Jamaica, Martinique, Mexico, Montserrat, Nicaragua, Panama, Puerto Rico (USA), St. Vincent & the Grenadines, Trinidad & Tobago, USA, Virgin Islands.

South America: Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, French Guiana, Guyana, Paraguay, Peru, Venezuela.

Oceania: Australia, New Zealand, Solomon Islands, Wallis & Futuna Islands (France).

Exceptional Purity and Safety

Our Glycerol mono stearate boasts a purity level between 90 and 99%, ensuring consistent, high-standard quality in every batch. Its food-grade certification and non-poisonous nature make it a safe ingredient for consumption and use in a variety of products.

Versatile Application in Multiple Industries

Thanks to its functional properties and easy-to-use white waxy flakes or powder form, Glycerol mono stearate serves as an essential emulsifier, thickener, and stabilizer in food, pharmaceuticals, and cosmetics. Its broad compatibility adds value at different stages of production.

FAQ's of Glycerol mono stearate:

Q: How is Glycerol mono stearate used in food processing?

A: Glycerol mono stearate acts as an emulsifier and stabilizer in a wide range of food products, helping to blend ingredients, improve texture, and extend shelf life in baked goods, dairy products, and desserts.

Q: What are the main benefits of using Glycerol mono stearate in manufacturing?

A: Its main benefits include improving product consistency, enhancing texture, and aiding in the uniform mixing of ingredients, which are essential for both food and cosmetic production processes.

Q: When should Glycerol mono stearate be added during the manufacturing process?

A: It is typically incorporated during the blending or mixing stage, before heating or further processing, to ensure even distribution throughout the final product.

Q: Where is Glycerol mono stearate sourced and supplied?

A: This product is sourced and distributed globally by specialized exporters, importers, manufacturers, and suppliers, making it accessible for various industrial and commercial uses.

Q: What physical form does Glycerol mono stearate take, and how does this affect its application?

A: Glycerol mono stearate is available in solid white waxy flakes or powder, making it highly dispersible within mixtures and easy to handle for precise dosing.