Description

Triglycerol Stearate is a non-ionic surfactant and emulsifier derived from glycerin and stearic acid. This versatile compound is valued for its excellent stabilizing, thickening, and conditioning properties across multiple industrial sectors. It is a critical ingredient for formulators in the personal care, cosmetics, and food industries seeking reliable performance and ingredient compatibility.

Application

• As a primary emulsifier and stabilizer in cosmetic creams, lotions, and ointments.
• Used as a thickening and opacifying agent in shampoos, conditioners, and liquid soaps.
• Functions as a co-emulsifier and consistency factor in food products like margarines, whipped toppings, and desserts.
• Acts as a lubricant and release agent in pharmaceutical tablet and capsule formulations.
• Employed as a dispersing agent and softener in textile and leather processing.
• Serves as a key component in industrial greases, metalworking fluids, and plastic lubricants.

Basic Information

Product Name	Triglycerol Stearate
CAS No.	105437-03-4
Molecular Formula	Contact for details
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	Triglyceryl Monostearate; Polyglycerol-3 Stearate; Tri-Glycerol Monostearate; PEG-3 Stearate (related); Polyglyceryl-3 Stearate; Glycerol Tristearate (related ester); TGMS; 1,2,3-Propanetriol, homopolymer, octadecanoate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Triglycerol Stearate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for identity, purity, and performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting key parameters 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, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is easily oxidized and should be stored under an inert atmosphere when in bulk or for long-term storage. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white waxy solid or flakes
Identification (IR)	Complies
Assay	Min. 95%
Acid Value	≤ 5.0 mg KOH/g
Saponification Value	Contact for details
Hydroxyl Value	Contact for details
Melting Point	50 - 60 °C
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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