Description

Polyglyceryl-2 Laurate is a non-ionic, biodegradable surfactant derived from lauric acid and polyglycerin. This versatile compound is prized for its excellent emulsifying, stabilizing, and conditioning properties, making it a key ingredient in formulations requiring mildness and skin compatibility. It is essential for manufacturers in the personal care, cosmetics, and food industries seeking effective, natural-origin ingredients.

Application

• Personal Care & Cosmetics: Acts as a primary or co-emulsifier in creams, lotions, and sunscreens; provides a rich, stable texture and enhances skin feel.
• Food Industry: Used as an emulsifier and stabilizer in bakery products, margarines, and whipped toppings to improve texture and shelf life.
• Pharmaceuticals: Employed as an excipient in topical ointments and creams for its solubilizing and mild surfactant properties.
• Industrial Applications: Functions as a dispersing agent and emulsifier in agrochemicals, lubricants, and cleaning formulations.
• Natural & Organic Formulations: A preferred choice in green chemistry for "eco-label" products due to its plant-based origin and biodegradability.

Basic Information

Product Name	Polyglyceryl-2 Laurate
CAS No.	96499-68-2
Molecular Formula	C21H40O7
Molecular Weight	404.54 g/mol
Synonyms	Polyglyceryl-2 Monolaurate; Decaglycerol Monolaurate; Polyglycerin-2 Laurate; Polyglycerol-2 Laurate; Polyglycerol Ester of Lauric Acid; PG2-L; Lauric Acid, Ester with Diglycerol; 2,3-Dihydroxypropyl 2-(2-hydroxyethoxy)ethyl dodecanoate
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Quality Control

Our Polyglyceryl-2 Laurate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch is tested to ensure it meets specifications for identity, purity, and performance, aligning with standards relevant to food-grade (FCC) and cosmetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

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). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Pale yellow to amber viscous liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 90.0%
Acid Value	≤ 5.0 mg KOH/g
Saponification Value	140 - 160 mg KOH/g
Hydroxyl Value	300 - 400 mg KOH/g
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%

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