Product information
- INCI: Glyceryl stearate
- Chemical formula: C21H42O4
- Recommended maximum: Indicative starting usage level: 3% - 8% as the main emulsifier; adjust according to the oil phase, texture and stability.
- ESP-MESTEARATOAT
- CAS number: 85665-33-4
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Description
Glyceryl Monostearate, also known as emulsifying wax number 3, is a non-ionic O/W Emulsifier with strong stabilising power in all kinds of preparations. Depending on the amount used, it gives consistency to a wide range of cosmetic products such as ointments, creams or lotions.
Glyceryl Monostearate can be found on the market in two forms:
- Type A) Self-emulsifying Wax (this is the one we stock), which needs no other co-emulsifiers.
- Type B) Co-emulsifier (does not emulsify on its own), thickening or dispersing agent in the food industry.
Among other names, it is known as Glycerol 40-50, Glycerol stearate, Cutina, Monostearin or glyceryl stearate.
Its non-ionic nature and excellent stability to light and heat allow it to be used with other non-ionic surfactants or any other class (anionic, cationic or amphoteric) to obtain perfectly stable o/w emulsions in the form of cosmetic creams or milks.
Composition
- ≥ 93.5 % Glyceryl stearate
- ≤ 5 % Glycerol - CAS 56-81-5
- ≤ 1.5 % Stearic acid - 67701-03-5
Other specifications
- Appearance: Cream-coloured flakes with a mild fatty smell and taste.
- Monoester: 41,6%
- Melting point: 58,2ºC
- Acid Value: 0,44mg (KOH/g)
- Saponification Value: 163,5mg (KOH/g)
- Soluble in ethanol and hot oils. Dispersible in hot water. Insoluble in water at room temperature.
Dosage / Directions for use
From 0,5 to 20%, depending on the function and density required.Indicative formulation guidance
- Type: self-emulsifying O/W emulsifier.
- INCI: Glyceryl Stearate.
- Indicative starting dosage: 3% - 8%.
- Provides body, stability and a creamy texture.
- Incorporate into the hot oil phase.
- Validate stability, pH, viscosity and sensory properties.
Simple formulas to get started
Solubility: Melts/disperses in the hot oil phase.
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Me encanta. Muy buena calidad
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Aún no lo he utilizado, pero pienso utilizarlo como co-emulsionante
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Muy buen producto
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