Description

D-Glucitol Monomyristate is a non-ionic surfactant and emulsifier derived from sorbitol and myristic acid. This compound is valued for its excellent emulsifying, stabilizing, and conditioning properties in a variety of industrial and consumer formulations. It is a critical ingredient for manufacturers in the personal care, cosmetics, food, and pharmaceutical industries seeking reliable, high-purity raw materials.

Application

• Cosmetic & Personal Care Formulations: Acts as a primary emulsifier and stabilizer in creams, lotions, and ointments, providing a smooth texture and enhancing product stability.
• Food Industry Additive: Functions as an emulsifier and texturizer in food products, helping to blend ingredients and maintain consistency.
• Pharmaceutical Excipient: Used in topical drug delivery systems as a non-irritating emulsifying agent for creams and gels.
• Industrial Surfactant: Serves as a wetting agent, dispersant, or emulsifier in specialty chemical and agrochemical formulations.
• Nutraceutical & Supplement Products: Employed in the encapsulation of vitamins and supplements to improve bioavailability and stability.

Basic Information

Product Name	D-Glucitol Monomyristate
CAS No.	27379-58-4
Molecular Formula	C20H40O7
Molecular Weight	392.53 g/mol
Synonyms	Sorbitan Monomyristate; Sorbitan Myristate; Span® 40; Glucitol, 1-tetradecanoate; E 495; (S)-4-Hydroxy-N,N,N-trimethyl-10-oxo-7-[(1-oxotetradecyl)oxy]-3,5,9-trioxa-4-phosphapentacosan-1-aminium 4-oxide, inner salt; Arlacel® 40; Sorbitan ester of myristic acid
EINECS	248-458-0

Quality Control

Our D-Glucitol Monomyristate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets the high standards required for food, cosmetic, and pharmaceutical applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting purity, identity, and key physical parameters are available for every shipment upon request.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to cream waxy solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0 %
Acid Value	≤ 7.0 mg KOH/g
Saponification Value	139 - 150 mg KOH/g
Hydroxyl Value	330 - 358 mg KOH/g
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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