Description

Monocaprylin is a monoglyceride derived from caprylic acid, a medium-chain fatty acid. This versatile chemical intermediate and functional ingredient is valued for its emulsifying, stabilizing, and antimicrobial properties. It serves as a critical component for manufacturers in the food, pharmaceutical, and personal care industries seeking effective, multifunctional additives.

Application

• Food Industry: Used as an emulsifier and stabilizer in baked goods, dairy products, margarines, and whipped toppings.
• Pharmaceuticals: Employed as a solubilizer and absorption enhancer in drug delivery systems and topical formulations.
• Personal Care & Cosmetics: Functions as an emollient, emulsifier, and antimicrobial agent in creams, lotions, and ointments.
• Industrial Applications: Acts as a surfactant, lubricant, and intermediate in the synthesis of more complex esters and polymers.
• Antimicrobial Agent: Leverages the inherent antimicrobial properties of caprylic acid in preservative systems for various products.

Basic Information

Product Name	Monocaprylin
CAS No.	26402-26-6
Molecular Formula	C11H22O4
Molecular Weight	218.29 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Monocaprylin; Glycerol Monocaprylate; Glyceryl Monooctanoate; 1-Glyceryl Octanoate; Octanoic Acid, 2,3-Dihydroxypropyl Ester; Caprylic Acid Monoglyceride; Monooctanoin; 2,3-Dihydroxypropyl Octanoate
EINECS	247-668-1

Quality Control

Our Monocaprylin is produced under a rigorous quality management system. Each batch is tested to ensure it meets precise specifications for identity, purity, and composition. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting these results are available upon request. We can supply grades suitable for food (FCC), pharmaceutical, and industrial applications.

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 containers are sealed after each use to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white waxy solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 90.0%
Acid Value	≤ 3.0 mg KOH/g
Saponification Value	280 - 310 mg KOH/g
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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