Glycerol Monostearate or IRAPON GMS, synthesized from glycerol and stearic acid, is a white solid compound. It is used as a viscosity modifier, emulsifier, humectant, wetting agent, solubilizer, emollient, anti-static agent, and preservative in cosmetic and personal care products such as cleansers, shampoos, liquid hand soaps, creams, and other makeup products.
Viscosity and Stability Enhancement: IRAPON GMS acts as a viscosity modifier, contributing to the viscosity and stability of formulations. In food grade, it can be added to food products like ice cream and cream to increase thickness.
Opacifying (Silkening) Agent: Glycerol Monostearate is recognized as a silkening agent, imparting a silky and attractive appearance to the product.
Texture Improvement: IRAPON GMS enhances the texture of personal care, cosmetic, and food products. In personal care and cosmetics, it helps create a softer feel during application, improving the sensory experience for consumers. In food products, due to its anti-caking properties, it prevents the clumping and aggregation of powders and granules, thereby improving the product’s texture.
Compatibility: IRAPON GMS is compatible with a wide range of raw materials used in cosmetic manufacturing and can be utilized to develop multipurpose formulations. It can be blended with various emollients, active ingredients, and surfactants.
Emollient: Glycerol Monostearate (Glycerin monostearate) is used as a softening and emollient agent across cosmetic, personal care, pharmaceutical, and food products.
Emulsifier: Glycerol Monostearate is utilized as an emulsifying agent in food products such as ice cream and cream, producing a smooth and uniform texture.
Moisture Retention: IRAPON GMS helps form a protective barrier on the skin to prevent moisture loss. This property is particularly beneficial for dry skin and hair products, and can soothe and calm dry and sensitive skin.
Multipurpose Applications: The application flexibility of Glycerol Monostearate allows formulators to utilize it across various product categories spanning cosmetics, personal care, and food items, such as creams, lotions, body washes, shampoos, masks, ice cream, cream, and bread.
| Appearance at 25°C | White Flakes |
| Moisture Content (%) | Maximum 1.0 |
| Free Fatty Acid Content (%) | Maximum 2.0 |
| Saponification Value (mg KOH/g) | 182 – 193 |
| Free Amidoamine Content (%) (Potentiometric) | Maximum 1.5 |
| Melting Point (°C) | 54 – 66 |
| Acid Value | Maximum 5 |
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Minimum Order Quantity: 220 kg Tight-Head Metal Drum
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Minimum Order Quantity: 220 kg Tight-Head Plastic Drum
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Minimum Order Quantity: 25 kg Bag
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Minimum Order Quantity: 20 kg Bag
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Minimum Order Quantity: 20 kg bag
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Minimum Order Quantity: 220 kg Double-Bung Plastic Drum
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Minimum Order Quantity: 220 kg Tight-Head Plastic Drum
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Minimum Order Quantity: 220 kg Reconditioned Tight-Head Steel Drum & New Tight-Head Plastic Drum
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Minimum Order Quantity: One 220 kg Double-Opening Plastic Drum
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Minimum Order Quantity: One 220 kg Double-Opening Plastic Drum
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Minimum Order Quantity: 220 kg double-inlet plastic drum
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Minimum Order Quantity: 20 kg Bag
