Glyceryl Monostearate(GMS) CAS#31566-31-1
Powerful Emulsifying & Anti-Staling Capacity: Nonionic emulsifier with balanced hydrophilic-lipophilic property, excellent emulsification, starch complexing and crystal-stabilizing performance, widely used as emulsifier, stabilizer and anti-staling agent in bakery and confectionery.
Excellent Dispersion & Compatibility Property: Dispersible in hot water under strong stirring, soluble in hot ethanol and vegetable oil, good compatibility with starch, protein, fat and other emulsifiers for different formulation systems.
Stable Waxy Solid Form for Convenient Transport: Milky white to pale yellow waxy flake, bead or powder with uniform texture, stable under sealed storage, easy to weigh, transport and automatic feeding.
Glyceryl monostearate, abbreviated as GMS, is a high-demand food emulsifier raw material, low irritancy and wide coverage of food, cosmetic, plastic and pharmaceutical application scenarios.
Chemical & Physical Properties
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting point | 56~58 ℃ |
| Density | 0.97 g/cm³ |
| Storage temp | Sealed dry cool warehouse, keep away from open flame and high heat |
| Solubility | Insoluble in cold water, dispersible in hot water under strong stirring; soluble in hot ethanol, acetone, mineral oil and vegetable oil |
| Form | Waxy flake / bead / powder |
| Color | Milky white to pale yellow |
| Odor | Odorless, slight fatty odor |
| PH Value | Not applicable |
| Hygroscopicity | Non-hygroscopic |
| Stability | Stable in airtight packaging; saponifies under strong alkali condition |
| EINECS No. | 250-705-4 |
| CAS DataBase Reference | 31566-31-1 |
Safety Information
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Hazard Codes | None |
| Risk Statements | None |
| Safety Statements | S22; S24/25; Avoid inhaling dust and molten fumes |
| UN Number | Not regulated |
| Hazard Class | Not dangerous goods |
| Packing Group | Not applicable |
| Flammability | Combustible, non-flammable at normal temperature |
| HS Code | 29157090 |
Main applications: Bread, cake, pastry emulsifier and anti-staling agent; ice cream, chocolate, margarine and dairy stabilizer; cosmetic cream and lotion emulsifier; PVC, PE lubricant, antistatic and anti-fog agent; pharmaceutical ointment base and tablet excipient.
