Description

Polyglyceryl-4 Stearate is a non-ionic, multifunctional surfactant and emulsifier derived from vegetable sources. This compound is valued for its excellent stabilizing and conditioning properties, making it a key ingredient for creating stable, high-quality formulations. It is primarily used by manufacturers in the personal care, cosmetics, and food industries seeking effective, skin-friendly emulsifiers.

Application

• Cosmetic & Personal Care Emulsions: Acts as a primary or co-emulsifier in creams, lotions, and milks, providing stable oil-in-water (O/W) systems with a smooth, non-greasy feel.
• Skin Care Products: Used in moisturizers, anti-aging creams, and sun care products for its emulsifying and skin-conditioning benefits.
• Hair Care Formulations: Functions as an emulsifier and conditioner in shampoos, conditioners, and hair styling products, improving manageability and texture.
• Food Industry: Employed as an emulsifier (E-number) in baked goods, margarines, and whipped toppings to improve texture and shelf life.
• Pharmaceutical Topicals: Used in the preparation of ointments, creams, and medicinal emulsions due to its mildness and stabilizing action.
• Industrial Applications: Serves as a dispersing agent and emulsifier in various industrial lubricants, release agents, and cleaning formulations.

Basic Information

Product Name	Polyglyceryl-4 Stearate
CAS No.	68004-11-5
Molecular Formula	Contact for details
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	Polyglycerol stearate; Polyglycerin-4 stearate; Tetraglyceryl monostearate; PG4-S; Polyglyceryl-4 monostearate; Polyoxyethylene(4) glyceryl stearate; E475 (when used as a food additive)
EINECS	268-143-5

Quality Control

Our Polyglyceryl-4 Stearate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch is tested to ensure it meets specifications for identity, purity, and performance. We can supply grades compliant with relevant standards for cosmetics (ISO 22716, GMP) and food (FCC). A Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

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 material is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen blanket) to maintain optimal quality. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white waxy solid or paste
Identification (IR)	Complies
Acid Value	Contact for details
Saponification Value	Contact for details
Hydroxyl Value	Contact for details
Water Content	≤ 2.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Microbiological Quality	Meets cosmetic/pharmaceutical guidelines

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