Glycerol Tristearate

1. Introduction

Glycerol Tristearate is a natural lipid primarily extracted from animal fats.

Molecular Formula: C57H110O6

Molecular Weight: 891.49

Type: Nonionic surfactant

CAS No.: 555-43-1

2.  Parameter

3.  Application

• This product has the functions of emulsification, lubrication, hardening, etc., and is used as an emulsifier, lubricant, ointment base, etc. in the medicament. Commonly used in the manufacture of creams, ointments, suppositories, lotions, etc.
• This product is also a food additive for the manufacture of emulsified foods, cakes, etc.
• It is also widely used in the daily chemical industry for the manufacture of various daily chemical products such as creams, soaps, shampoos, waterproof papers and adhesives.
• Used in metal polishing, also used in the production of adhesives, dentures, polishes and waterproof paper.
• Used in the textile industry sizing and leather fatliquoring process as an auxiliary.

4.  Characteristics

Odorless with a mild sweet taste. Soluble in hot alcohol, chloroform, benzene and carbon disulfide; insoluble in water, petroleum ether and cold alcohol. Melting point: approximately 55 °C.

5. Safety & High-Purity Grade Application

High-purity grade products are suitable for optical glass, electronics, storage batteries and pharmaceutical industries.

This compound naturally exists in various animal and vegetable fats. It is biodegradable, non-toxic, and non-irritating to the skin and mucous membranes, and is generally recognized as safe (GRAS).