Description

Caprenin is a structured lipid, a synthetic triglyceride designed for specific nutritional and functional properties. This compound is valued for its unique metabolic profile and its utility as a low-calorie fat substitute in food formulations. It is primarily sought by manufacturers in the food and nutraceutical industries for developing reduced-calorie and functional food products.

Application

• Low-Calorie Fat Replacer: Used as a structured lipid to partially replace conventional fats in confectionery, baked goods, and dairy analogs, reducing overall caloric density.
• Functional Food Ingredient: Incorporated into nutritional bars, meal replacements, and specialty dietary products to provide fat-like mouthfeel with fewer calories.
• Pharmaceutical Excipient: Serves as a lipid-based carrier or coating agent in solid dosage forms, enhancing drug solubility or stability.
• Research & Development: Utilized in biochemical and nutritional studies investigating lipid metabolism, fat absorption, and the development of novel food matrices.
• Cosmetic Formulations: Acts as an emollient and texture enhancer in creams, lotions, and topical applications, providing smoothness without greasiness.

Basic Information

Product Name	Caprenin
CAS No.	138184-95-9
Molecular Formula	Typically a mixture of triglycerides; contact for specific composition.
Molecular Weight	Varies by specific glyceride composition.
Synonyms	Caprenin; Structured Lipid CAPRENIN; Glycerol Tricaprate-Caprylate; BOB Oil (Bebhenic, Oleic, Behenic); Low-Calorie Structured Triglyceride; Procter & Gamble Caprenin; 1,3-Dicapryloyl-2-behenoylglycerol; Glyceryl Triundecanoate (related).
EINECS	Contact for details.

Quality Control

Our Caprenin is produced and tested under a rigorous quality management system. While specific grades may vary, our standard quality assurance includes testing for identity, purity, fatty acid profile, and oxidative stability to ensure it meets the requirements for food-grade and pharmaceutical auxiliary applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting key parameters are available upon request to support your regulatory and formulation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). As the material is easily oxidized, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) for long-term preservation and to minimize contact with air after opening.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white paste or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to standard
Acid Value	≤ 2.0 mg KOH/g
Peroxide Value	≤ 5.0 meq/kg
Moisture (Karl Fischer)	≤ 0.5 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Fatty Acid Composition (GC)	Meets typical profile (Caprylic, Capric, Behenic acids)

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