E471 Emulsifier Glyceryl Monostearate GMS Food Grade {cas 123-94-4} CAS NO.123-94-4

Glycerol monostearate(GMS)

Identification:

Chemical Name: Monostearin

Synonyms: Glycerol Monostearate; GMS; Molecular Distilled Monoglyceride; 2,3-Dihydroxypropyl octadecanoate

CAS No.: 123-94-4

Molecular Formula: C21H42O4

E-Code: E471

Properties: white or cream-like waxy flakes with the odour of fatty, free flowing, poisonless. Disperse in hot water, soluble in hot alcohol. Glycerol monostearate, commonly known as GMS, is an organic molecule used as an emulsifier. GMS is a colorless, odorless, and sweet-tasting flaky powder that is hygroscopic. It is a glycerol ester of stearic acid.

Specifications:

Total Monoglyceride content%: ≥95

HLB value:3.8

Acid value%: ≤2.0

Iodine value: ≤1.0

Melting Point℃: ≥65

Heavy Metals%: ≤0.0005

Arsenic(As)%: ≤0.0001

Iron(Fe)%: ≤0.0002

Application:

GMS is a food additive used as a thickening, emulsifying, anti-caking, and preservative agent; an emulsifying agent for oils, waxes, and solvents; a protective coating for hygroscopic powders; a solidifier and control release agent in pharmaceuticals; and a resin lubricant. It is also used in cosmetics and hair care products.

GMS is largely used in baking preparations to add "body" to the food. It is responsible for giving ice cream and whipped cream its smooth texture. It is sometimes used as an anti-staling agent in bread.

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