Description

Glycerides, C8-12 are a class of medium-chain fatty acid esters of glycerol, valued for their excellent solubility, stability, and emollient properties. This versatile chemical intermediate is crucial for formulators seeking to enhance product performance and process efficiency. It is widely utilized across the pharmaceutical, personal care, and food industries as an emulsifier, solubilizer, and bioavailability enhancer.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Excipient: Used as a solubilizer and bioavailability enhancer in lipid-based drug delivery systems (e.g., SNEDDS, SMEDDS) and soft gelatin capsules.
• Cosmetic & Personal Care: Acts as a high-performance emollient, emulsifier, and texture enhancer in creams, lotions, and sun care products.
• Food Industry: Employed as a food emulsifier (E471) and stabilizer in various edible products, including baked goods and dairy alternatives.
• Industrial Applications: Serves as a lubricant, plasticizer, and intermediate in the synthesis of specialty chemicals and polymers.
• Nutraceuticals: A key component in medium-chain triglyceride (MCT) oil supplements for rapid energy release.

Basic Information

Product Name	Glycerides, C8-12
CAS No.	123465-33-8
Molecular Formula	Mixture
Molecular Weight	Mixture
Synonyms	Caprylic/Capric Triglycerides; Medium-Chain Triglycerides (MCT) C8-C10; Glyceryl Caprylate/Caprate; Octanoic/Decanoic Acid Triglyceride; Fractionated Coconut Oil Triglycerides; CAPTEX; MIGLYOL 812; Lipoid CC
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Glycerides, C8-12 are manufactured under a cGMP-compliant quality management system. Each batch is rigorously tested against stringent in-house specifications to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Relevant standards such as USP-NF, Ph. Eur., and FCC are supported. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting critical parameters like acid value, saponification value, and fatty acid composition is provided with every shipment.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow oily liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Acid Value	≤ 0.1 mg KOH/g
Saponification Value	325 - 360 mg KOH/g
Iodine Value	≤ 1.0 g I₂/100g
Peroxide Value	≤ 1.0 meq/kg
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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