Description

Lauric Acid, Monoester With Glycerol Monolactate is a specialized ester compound derived from lauric acid and glycerol monolactate. This product serves as a versatile and effective emulsifier and conditioning agent, valued for its ability to stabilize formulations and modify texture. It is primarily sought by manufacturers in the cosmetics, personal care, and food industries for creating stable emulsions and enhancing product feel.

Application

• Cosmetic & Personal Care Formulations: Acts as a non-ionic emulsifier and emollient in creams, lotions, and hair conditioners.
• Food Industry: Used as a food-grade emulsifier and stabilizer in certain processed foods and bakery products.
• Pharmaceutical Topicals: Employed as an excipient in ointments, creams, and topical drug delivery systems for its emulsifying properties.
• Industrial Applications: Functions as a lubricant additive and a component in specialty surfactant blends.
• Cleaning Products: Incorporated into certain detergent and cleaning formulations for its surfactant characteristics.

Basic Information

Product Name	Lauric Acid, Monoester With Glycerol Monolactate
CAS No.	94279-20-6
Molecular Formula	Contact for details
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	Glycerol monolactate laurate; Glyceryl monolactate laurate; Lauric acid ester with glycerol monolactate; Monolaurin lactylate; Lactylated monolaurin; E472(b) (when used as a food additive); Food emulsifier E472b; Lactic and fatty acid esters of glycerol (partial laurate ester)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Lauric Acid, Monoester With Glycerol Monolactate is produced and tested under a rigorous quality management system. Each batch is analyzed to ensure it meets stringent specifications for identity, purity, and performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting key parameters are available upon request. We can support compliance with relevant standards for food (FCC, EU) and cosmetic (ISO 22716) applications.

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. Keep away from strong alkalis and incompatible organic solvents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to yellowish solid or paste
Identification (IR)	Complies
Assay (Titration)	≥ 90.0%
Acid Value	Contact for details
Saponification Value	Contact for details
Moisture Content	≤ 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.