"Glyceryl Monostearate CAS 31566-31-1 is a natural and highly effective emulsifier, widely used in food, cosmetics, medicine and plastics industries. With its good emulsifying, stabilizing, lubricating and moisturizing properties, this raw material has the advantages of low irritation and biodegradability, making it an ideal choice under the Clean Label trend."
-Deshangchemical
In today's era of advocating green and sustainable development, consumers have put forward higher requirements for the naturalness, safety and versatility of product ingredients. Glyceryl Monostearate (CAS 31566-31-1), as a non-ionic surfactant with natural origin and stable performance, is widely used in food, daily chemicals, pharmaceuticals and industrial fields with its excellent emulsification, lubrication, stabilization and dispersion properties, becoming an indispensable key auxiliary agent.
Natural source, stable structure
Glyceryl Monostearate is a monoester product made by esterification of glycerol and stearic acid. It is a white to light yellow waxy solid or powder with good hydrophilic-hydrophobic balance (moderate HLB value). This structure gives it excellent emulsification ability, can stabilize water-in-oil or oil-in-water emulsions, and shows high compatibility and stability in a variety of formulation systems.
In addition, glyceryl monostearate CAS 31566-31-1 has the environmentally friendly characteristics of low irritation, low toxicity and biodegradability. It is widely used in "Clean Label" and natural recipes, and is popular among manufacturers and consumers who pay attention to green concepts.
Multiple Roles in the Food Industry
In the food field, glyceryl monostearate is mainly used as an emulsifier, stabilizer, anti-caking agent and improver, especially suitable for the following categories:
Bakery products:
improve fermentation performance, increase dough stability, and make bread and cakes softer and more delicate.
Dairy products and ice cream:
enhance emulsification effect and taste, prevent oil-water separation, and extend shelf life.
Chocolate and candy:
adjust melting point, improve gloss and texture stability, and prevent oil precipitation.
Instant beverages:
improve dispersibility and dissolution rate, make brewing more uniform and taste smoother.
As a food additive certified as GRAS (Generally Recognized As Safe) by the US FDA, glyceryl monostearate can be widely used in various food formulations that meet the standards of China GB and EU EFSA.
Ideal choice for daily chemical and personal care fields
In cosmetics and daily chemical products, glyceryl monostearate CAS 31566-31-1 is widely used for its good emulsification, emollient and stability:
Moisturizing skin care products such as creams, lotions, and body lotions
Hair care products such as shampoo, conditioner, and hair mask
Functional formulas such as sunscreen and makeup base
Baby skin care and sensitive skin formulas, emphasizing mildness, safety, and non-irritation
It has significant advantages in improving skin feel, stabilizing emulsion structure, and increasing product durability, helping brands create high-quality, natural, and safe personal care products.
Pharmaceutical and industrial applications continue to expand
In the pharmaceutical field, glyceryl monostearate is used to prepare soft capsules, injectable emulsions, pharmaceutical liposomes and other dosage forms, with the advantages of improving drug solubility, controlled release, and increased bioavailability.
In addition, in industrial applications, the product can also be used as:
Plastic processing lubricant/release agent
Ink and coating additives to improve color development and film uniformity
PVC heat stabilizer additives to enhance heat resistance and flexibility
Its wide application potential and good cost performance make glyceryl monostearate a multifunctional auxiliary material in multiple industrial systems.
Market trends and future development prospects
With the continuous rise of plant-based and green environmental protection trends, the global demand for natural emulsifiers continues to grow. Glyceryl monostearate CAS 31566-31-1, as a moderately priced and excellent multifunctional raw material, is steadily expanding its market share, especially in the fields of food ingredients, functional cosmetics and green pharmaceuticals.
In the future, with the rise of cutting-edge technologies such as smart lipid carriers, microcapsule embedding, and lipid controlled release systems, glyceryl monostearate is expected to become the core carrier for the development of a new generation of green functional materials, helping multiple industries achieve formula upgrades and product innovations.
