Description

Wheat Germ Glycerides are a natural, lipid-based compound derived from wheat germ oil, primarily composed of mono-, di-, and triglycerides. This product matters as a versatile, plant-derived emollient and conditioning agent, prized for its skin-compatible properties and natural origin. It is needed by manufacturers in the personal care, cosmetics, and nutraceutical industries seeking sustainable and effective ingredients for creams, lotions, and dietary supplements.

Application

• As a key emollient and skin-conditioning agent in cosmetic formulations such as moisturizing creams, lotions, and serums.
• As a natural texturizer and stabilizer in personal care products to improve consistency and shelf-life.
• As a carrier and bioavailability enhancer for lipophilic active ingredients in topical and nutraceutical applications.
• In the formulation of hair care products like conditioners and treatments to impart softness and manageability.
• As a component in pharmaceutical ointments and bases for its soothing and protective qualities.
• In select food-grade applications as an emulsifier or release agent, subject to specific purity grades and regulatory approval.

Basic Information

Product Name	Wheat Germ Glycerides
CAS No.	68990-07-8
Molecular Formula	Mixture
Molecular Weight	Mixture
Synonyms	Glycerides, wheat germ-oil; Wheat Germ Oil Glycerides; Triglycerides, wheat germ oil; Glycerides from Triticum vulgare; Wheat Germ Monoglycerides; Wheat Germ Oil, hydrogenated, glycerides; Triticum Vulgare (Wheat) Germ Glycerides; Glycerol esters of wheat germ fatty acids
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Wheat Germ Glycerides undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards for cosmetics and personal care. Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available upon request, detailing parameters such as acid value, saponification value, and fatty acid composition. We adhere to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and can provide grades suitable for various market requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at 15-25°C. This material is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider maintaining under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen to preserve stability and prevent rancidity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to amber viscous liquid or semi-solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Acid Value	≤ 5.0 mg KOH/g
Saponification Value	Contact for details
Iodine Value	Contact for details
Peroxide Value	≤ 10.0 meq/kg
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Microbiological Analysis	Meets typical cosmetic grade limits

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