Description

Sucrose Monolaurate is a non-ionic, food-grade surfactant derived from sucrose and lauric acid. This high-purity emulsifier is valued for its excellent safety profile, biodegradability, and mildness, making it ideal for sensitive formulations. It is a critical ingredient for manufacturers in the food, pharmaceutical, and personal care industries seeking natural and effective surface-active agents.

Application

• Food & Beverage: Used as an emulsifier and stabilizer in baked goods, dairy products, whipped toppings, and beverage emulsions.
• Pharmaceuticals: Serves as a solubilizer, emulsifier, and absorption enhancer in topical creams, ointments, and oral liquid formulations.
• Personal Care & Cosmetics: Acts as a gentle primary or co-emulsifier in creams, lotions, shampoos, and other skincare products due to its skin compatibility.
• Industrial Applications: Functions as a dispersant, wetting agent, or emulsifier in specialty chemical formulations and agrochemicals.
• Biodegradable Detergents: Incorporated into eco-friendly cleaning products and detergents as a surfactant component.

Basic Information

Product Name	Sucrose Monolaurate
CAS No.	25339-99-5
Molecular Formula	C24H44O12
Molecular Weight	524.60 g/mol
Synonyms	Sucrose Laurate; Saccharose Monolaurate; Dodecanoic Acid, Sucrose Ester; Sucrose Ester L-1695; Sucrose Fatty Acid Ester (Laurate); S-1570; Ryoto Sugar Ester L-1695; E 473 (when used as a food additive)
EINECS	246-873-3

Quality Control

Our Sucrose Monolaurate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. It is produced to meet relevant food-grade (FCC) and cosmetic-grade specifications. Each batch is supported by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, composition, and critical parameters to ensure consistency and compliance with your formulation requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent moisture absorption and caking.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or flakes
Identification (IR)	Complies
Assay (HPLC)	≥95.0% (Sucrose Monoester)
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Acid Value	≤ 5.0 mg KOH/g
Moisture (KF)	≤ 3.0%

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