PRODUCT OVERVIEW
Product Description
GMS 40/90 Glycerol Monostearate is a glycerol ester of stearic acid supplied as a milky-white to light-yellow wax-like solid.
It is commonly used as an emulsifying and surface-active ingredient in food and cosmetic formulations and also has applications in selected plastic and industrial processing systems.
The material is insoluble in water and soluble in grease, paraffin, alcohol, chloroform, acetone, and ether. Its referenced HLB range is 3.6-4.2.
Commercial quality is evaluated through appearance, free glycerin, acid value, residue on ignition, arsenic, and lead specifications.
PRODUCT PARAMETERS
General Parameters
Appearance
Milky white or light yellow wax-like solid
Solubility
Insoluble in water; soluble in grease, paraffin, alcohol, chloroform, acetone, and ether
Main Properties
Emulsifying and surface-active properties with a referenced HLB range of 3.6-4.2
Grade
Food Grade ZWST(2003)105
Main Components
Glycerin and fatty-acid-derived material
KEY PROPERTIES
Product Characteristics
Provides effective emulsifying and surface-active properties.
Supplied as a milky-white to light-yellow wax-like solid.
Referenced HLB range of 3.6-4.2.
Suitable for selected food, cosmetic, and industrial formulation applications.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Specification Data
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Specification
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Standard
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Appearance
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Milky white or light yellow wax-like solid
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Free Glycerin by wt %
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7.0 max
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Acid Value (as KOH) (mg/g)
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5.0 max
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Residue on Ignition by wt %
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0.5 max
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As (mg/kg)
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2.0 max
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Pb (mg/kg)
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2.0 max
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APPLICATIONS
Typical Uses
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Used as an emulsifying and surface-active ingredient in selected food applications.
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Used as a formulation ingredient in cosmetics, creams, balms, and hair-care products.
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Provides emulsifying functionality in ointment and cream-type formulations.
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Used as a lubricant, release agent, and antistatic processing aid in selected plastic applications.
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Applied as a processing additive in cellulose nitrate, alkyd resin, synthetic wax, and related industrial formulations.
STORAGE & HANDLING
Handling Guidance
Store in properly sealed packaging in a clean, dry environment and protect the material from direct sunlight, moisture, and contamination.
Storage and handling conditions should follow the actual supplier specification, COA, and applicable product-quality requirements.
Packaging should remain properly closed during storage to maintain product quality and prevent contamination.
