GLYCEROL MONOSTEARATE
Glycerol monostearate or monostearin, is a monoglyceride commonly used as an emulsifier in foods. Chemically it is the monoglycerol ester of stearic acid. Glyceryl stearate is a food additive used as a thickening, emulsifying, anticaking, and preservative agent, an emulsifying agent for oils, waxes, and solvents a protective coating for hygroscopic powders, a solidifier and control release agent in pharmaceuticals, and a resin lubricant. Glyceryl stearate is also used in cosmetics and hair-care products. It is generally a white, odorless, and sweet-tasting flaky powder that is hygroscopic.
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Glycerol esters (glycerol mono/di/tri stearate, oleate, laurate) are emulsifiers and stabilizers used in food, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals. They help create stable emulsions, improve texture, and provide various functional properties.
Glycerol monostearate (GMS) has one fatty acid chain and is an excellent emulsifier. Glycerol distearate has two chains and provides better stability. Glycerol tristearate has three chains and acts more as a thickener. The choice depends on your emulsification needs.
Yes, glycerol esters are approved food additives (E471) and are widely used in food products as emulsifiers and stabilizers. They are safe for consumption and meet food-grade quality standards.
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