1. Product Overview & Technical Specifications

Basic Information

• Chemical Name: Triglycerol Monolaurate
• CAS Number: 51033-31-9
• Molecular Formula: C₂₁H₄₀O₈
• Molecular Weight: 420.54 g/mol
• Appearance: White to pale yellow waxy solid
• Solubility: Dispersible in hot water, soluble in oils

Performance Comparison

2. Key Applications & Industrial Uses

Cosmetic Formulations

• Primary function: O/W emulsifier in creams/lotions
• Secondary benefit: Antimicrobial activity against Gram-positive bacteria
• Typical usage: 0.5-2.5% in emulsion systems

Food Industry Applications

• FDA-approved food additive (21 CFR 172.866)
• Effective in bakery products for dough conditioning
• Extends shelf life in lipid-containing foods

3. Usage Scenarios by Industry

Case 1: Skincare Emulsion Stabilization

Challenge: Phase separation in SPF 50+ sunscreen
Solution: 1.8% Triglycerol Monolaurate incorporation
Result: 12-month stability at 45°C

Case 2: Industrial Lubricant Additive

Application: Metalworking fluids
Benefit: 30% reduction in friction coefficients
Concentration: 0.3-0.7% in final formulation

4. Real-World Client Case Studies

Client A: European Cosmetic Manufacturer

• Product: Vegan moisturizing cream
• Issue: Vegan emulsifier performance gap
• Implementation: Replaced PEG-40 Stearate with Triglycerol Monolaurate
• Outcome: 40% improvement in texture scores

Client B: Asian Food Processor

• Application: Ready-to-eat meals
• Challenge: Lipid oxidation in retorted packaging
• Solution: 0.15% additive in lipid phase
• Result: 60% reduction in TBARS values

5. Technical Support & Inquiry

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– Regulatory documentation support
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