Description

Triglyceryl Stearate is a high-purity, non-ionic surfactant and emulsifier derived from glycerin and stearic acid. This compound is valued for its excellent stabilizing, thickening, and conditioning properties in complex formulations. It serves as a critical functional ingredient for manufacturers in the personal care, cosmetics, and food industries seeking reliable texture and stability control.

Application

• Cosmetics & Personal Care: Acts as a primary emulsifier and opacifier in creams, lotions, and makeup, providing a rich, stable texture and smooth application.
• Pharmaceuticals: Used as an excipient in topical ointments and creams for its non-irritating nature and ability to form stable emulsions.
• Food Industry: Functions as an emulsifier and stabilizer (E number 487) in certain food products, helping to blend ingredients that would otherwise separate.
• Industrial Applications: Serves as a lubricant, release agent, or anti-static agent in various plastic and polymer processing operations.
• Hair Care Products: Provides excellent conditioning and detangling properties in shampoos and hair conditioners.
• Textile & Fiber Manufacturing: Utilized as a softening agent and lubricant in fiber processing to improve handle and reduce breakage.

Basic Information

Product Name	Triglyceryl Stearate
CAS No.	101993-72-0
Molecular Formula	C57H110O8
Molecular Weight	~ 923.5 g/mol
Synonyms	Glycerol Tristearate; Tristearin; Stearic Acid Triglyceride; 1,2,3-Tri(stearoyloxy)propane; Glyceryl Tristearate; Octadecanoic Acid, 1,2,3-Propanetriyl Ester; E487; INS 487
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Triglyceryl Stearate is produced under a stringent quality management system. Each batch is tested to ensure it meets precise specifications for identity, purity, and performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting key parameters such as assay, melting point, acid value, and saponification value are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

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 and excessive heat to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or flakes
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Triglyceryl Stearate)	≥ 95.0%
Melting Point	55 - 65 °C
Acid Value	≤ 2.0 mg KOH/g
Saponification Value	188 - 198 mg KOH/g
Iodine Value	≤ 3.0 g I2/100g
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0 %

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