Description

Monoundecanoin is a monoacylglycerol (MAG) derived from undecanoic acid, serving as a versatile non-ionic surfactant and emulsifier. Its unique structure provides excellent surface-active properties, making it a critical component for stabilizing formulations and modifying material characteristics. This high-purity ingredient is essential for manufacturers in the personal care, food, and pharmaceutical industries seeking reliable, high-performance excipients and intermediates.

Application

• Food Industry: Used as an emulsifier and stabilizer in baked goods, dairy products, and edible coatings.
• Cosmetics & Personal Care: Acts as a non-ionic emulsifier and texture enhancer in creams, lotions, and ointments.
• Pharmaceuticals: Serves as a solubilizing agent and bioavailability enhancer in drug delivery systems.
• Industrial Applications: Functions as a lubricant additive, plasticizer intermediate, and dispersing agent in various chemical processes.
• Research & Development: Employed as a biochemical reagent and a standard for analytical methods in lipid chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	Monoundecanoin
CAS No.	108652-83-1
Molecular Formula	C14H28O4
Molecular Weight	260.37 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Undecanoin; Glycerol 1-undecanoate; 1-Monoundecanoin; Undecanoic acid monoglyceride; Glyceryl monoundecanoate; Monoglyceride of undecanoic acid; 2,3-Dihydroxypropyl undecanoate; Undecanoylglycerol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Monoundecanoin is produced under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is tested against rigorous in-house specifications, which may include parameters for assay, identity, and impurity profiles. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting these results are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure the container is sealed immediately after use to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid or waxy mass
Identification (IR)	Conforms to standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Acid Value	≤ 2.0 mg KOH/g
Water Content	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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