Description

Dilaurin is a specific diglyceride compound, a diester of glycerol and lauric acid, widely recognized in the chemical industry by its CAS registry number 17598-94-6. This compound serves as a versatile intermediate and functional ingredient, valued for its surfactant and emulsifying properties. It is primarily sought after by manufacturers in the cosmetics, personal care, food additive, and specialty chemical synthesis sectors for its ability to modify texture, stability, and performance in formulations.

Application

• As a key emulsifier and co-emulsifier in cosmetic creams, lotions, and ointments.
• Used as a texturizer and stabilizer in food products and edible coatings.
• Acts as a surfactant intermediate for the synthesis of more complex esters and derivatives.
• Employed in the production of plasticizers and lubricants for industrial applications.
• Serves as a conditioning agent in hair care and skincare formulations.
• Utilized in pharmaceutical applications as a non-ionic surfactant and excipient.
• Functions as a dispersing agent in pigment and dye preparations.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Dilaurin
CAS No.	17598-94-6
Molecular Formula	C27H52O5
Molecular Weight	456.70 g/mol
Synonyms	1,2-Dilauroyl-rac-glycerol; 1,2-Dilaurin; rac-1,2-Dilaurin; Glycerol 1,2-dilaurate; Dilauroylglycerol; DLG; Lauric acid, diester with glycerol; Glyceryl dilaurate
EINECS	241-546-4

Quality Control

Our Dilaurin is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for identity, purity, and composition. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting these results are available for review and provide assurance of consistent quality and traceability.

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	White to off-white solid or waxy mass
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Acid Value	≤ 5.0 mg KOH/g
Saponification Value	240 - 260 mg KOH/g
Melting Point	40 - 50 °C

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