Description

1-Lauroyl-2-Stearoyl-Rac-Glycerol is a structured triglyceride, a synthetic lipid molecule engineered for specific functional properties. This compound is significant for its ability to modify the physical characteristics of lipid-based systems, offering tailored melting profiles and stability. It is primarily needed by manufacturers in the cosmetics, personal care, and pharmaceutical industries for use as an emollient, texture enhancer, and carrier lipid.

Application

• Cosmetic & Personal Care Formulations: Acts as a high-performance emollient and skin-conditioning agent in creams, lotions, and lipsticks.
• Pharmaceutical Excipient: Serves as a lipid matrix or carrier for active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) in solid and semi-solid dosage forms.
• Nutraceutical Delivery Systems: Used in the development of structured lipid carriers for targeted nutrient or supplement delivery.
• Texture Modifier: Imparts specific consistency, spreadability, and melting behavior to topical and cosmetic products.
• Research & Development: Employed as a standard or model compound in lipid chemistry, biochemistry, and material science research.
• Specialty Lubricants: Potential use in high-value, bio-based lubricant formulations requiring specific thermal and oxidative stability.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Lauroyl-2-Stearoyl-Rac-Glycerol
CAS No.	199274-81-2
Molecular Formula	C39H74O5
Molecular Weight	622.99 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Lauroyl-2-stearoyl-rac-glycerol; Glyceryl dilaurate stearate; rac-1-Lauroyl-2-stearoyl-glycerol; 1,2-Diacyl-sn-glycerol (C12:0, C18:0); Dilauroylstearoylglycerol; Lauric acid, stearic acid mixed triglyceride; TAG (12:0/18:0/0:0); Contact for additional synonyms.
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Quality Control

Our 1-Lauroyl-2-Stearoyl-Rac-Glycerol is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specifications such as assay, fatty acid composition, and impurity profiles are available upon request. We adhere to cGMP principles where applicable to support our customers in cosmetic and pharmaceutical development.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) at controlled room temperature (15-25°C) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Due to its easily oxidized nature, minimize headspace and exposure to air after opening.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Acid Value	≤ 2.0 mg KOH/g
Peroxide Value	≤ 5.0 meq/kg
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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