Product Information
Product Name Glyceryl Monostearate (GMS)
CAS No 31566-31-1
EC Number 250-705-4
INCI Name Glyceryl StearateSynonyms Monostearin; Glycerol monostearate; 2,3-dihydroxypropyl octadecanoate
Molecular Formula C21H42O4
Molecular Weight 358.56 g/mol
Grade 40-55% non-distilled grade / 90% distilled grade
HLB value 3.6-4.2 (Water-in-Oil emulsifier)
Compliance EU E471, FDA GRAS, USP/NF, Ph.Eur; Non-CMR, non-PFAS, non-nano; REACH registered
Source Vegetable-based (palm-derived) or animal-derived optional
Physical Properties
Appearance: White to off‑white waxy flakes / beads
Odor: Faint characteristic fatty odor, tasteless
Melting point: 54-66 °CDensity: 0.95-0.97 g/cm³
Solubility: Insoluble in cold water; dispersible in hot water under agitation; soluble in hot ethanol, chloroform, mineral oil & vegetable oils
Formulation hint: Melt together with oil-phase at 60-70 °C during cosmetic production.
Quality Specification (40-55% vs 90% Distilled Grade)
| Test Item | GMS‑40‑55 (Non‑distilled, Ph.Eur 0495) | GMS‑90 Distilled (USP‑NF, high‑purity) |
|---|---|---|
| Assay (Total monoglycerides) | 40.0‑55.0 % | ≥90.0 % |
| Diglycerides | 30.0‑45.0 % | ≤8.0 % |
| Triglycerides | 5.0‑15.0 % | ≤2.0 % |
| Acid value (mgKOH/g) | ≤3.0 | ≤5.0 |
| Iodine value (gI₂/100g) | ≤3.0 | ≤3.0 |
| Saponification value (mgKOH/g) | 158‑177 | 150‑165 |
| Free glycerol | ≤6.0 % | ≤1.2 % |
| Melting point | 54‑66 °C | 55‑60 °C |
| Loss on drying | ≤1.0 % | ≤1.0 % |
| Total ash / Residue on ignition | ≤0.1 % | ≤0.5 % |
| Heavy metals total (Pb/Cd/Hg/As) | ≤10 ppm | ≤10 ppm |
| Appearance | White/off‑white waxy flakes/beads | White/off‑white waxy flakes/beads |
| Test Method | Size‑exclusion HPLC‑RI (THF mobile phase) | Size‑exclusion HPLC‑RI (THF mobile phase) |
Application & Use
Cosmetics: Creams, lotions, ointments, lipsticks. Functions as emulsifier, emollient, thickener, stabilizer, improves skin softness. Recommended dosage: 1-5 %.
Food industry: Bread, cake, ice-cream, margarine, dairy products. Emulsifier, anti-staling agent, stabilizer, anti-foaming agent (E471).
Pharmaceutical: Ointment excipient, tablet lubricant, suppository base material, topical cream emulsifier.
Plastics: Anti-static agent, anti-fog agent, lubricant for polymer processing.Note: For external cosmetic / food processing use; avoid strong acid-base long-term contact.
Packing, Delivery & Storage
Packing: 25 kg net paper bag / fibre-drum with inner PE liner; 1 kg /5 kg sample foil bag available.
Delivery: Samples 3-5 working days; bulk goods 7-15 working days after deposit. Support sea freight, air freight, international courier.
Storage: Keep tightly sealed in cool dry warehouse, avoid direct sunlight and high temperature.
Shelf-life: 24 months under recommended storage.


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