Description

1-Glyceryl Caprate is a monoester of glycerol and capric acid, serving as a versatile non-ionic surfactant and emollient. This compound is valued for its excellent emulsifying properties, skin compatibility, and biodegradability, making it a preferred ingredient in high-performance formulations. It is primarily sought by manufacturers in the personal care, cosmetic, and pharmaceutical industries for creating stable, mild, and effective products.

Application

• Cosmetic & Personal Care Formulations: Acts as a primary emulsifier, co-emulsifier, and skin-conditioning agent in creams, lotions, and sunscreens.
• Pharmaceutical Topicals: Used as a solubilizer and penetration enhancer in ointments, gels, and transdermal drug delivery systems.
• Food-Grade Emulsifiers: Employed as a food additive (E471-related) for stabilizing emulsions in certain food products.
• Industrial Surfactants: Functions as a wetting agent, dispersant, or lubricant in specialty chemical and agrochemical formulations.
• Biodegradable Lubricants: Serves as a base or additive in environmentally friendly lubricant and release agent compositions.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Glyceryl Caprate
CAS No.	11139-88-1
Molecular Formula	C13H26O4
Molecular Weight	246.34 g/mol
Synonyms	Glyceryl Monocaprate; Monocaprin; Glycerol Monocaprate; Decanoic Acid, 2,3-Dihydroxypropyl Ester; 1-Monocaprin; Capric Acid Monoglyceride; Glycerin Monocaprate; 2,3-Dihydroxypropyl Decanoate
EINECS	234-408-8

Quality Control

Our 1-Glyceryl Caprate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets stringent specifications for identity, purity, and composition. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting key parameters such as assay, acid value, and moisture content are provided to guarantee consistent quality and traceability for your formulations.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or soft solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	Min. 90%
Acid Value	Max. 3.0 mg KOH/g
Saponification Value	190 - 210 mg KOH/g
Water Content (KF)	Max. 1.0%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.