Propylene Glycol Monostearate
As a crystal stabilizer in cake shortenings and whipped toppings; and as an aeration increaser in cake batters, icings, and toppings. it is also used in oils and shortenings.
Synonym
2-hydroxypropylstearate; 1,2-Propyleneglycol1-octadecanoate; 1,2-Propyleneglycol1-stearate; Einecs205-557-Chemicalbook5; Femano.2942; Octadecanoicacid, 2-hydroxypropylester; Propyleneglycol1-monostearate; 2-Hydroxypropylstearat
● CAS No.: 142-75-6/1323-39-3
● EC No.: 205-557-5
● MF: C21H42O3
● MW: 342.56
Parameters of Propylene Glycol Monostearate
|
Item |
Specification |
|
Appearance |
White Flake Powder |
|
Melting Point |
40.00; to 54.00; °C. @ 760.00; mm Hg |
|
Boiling Point |
447.00; to 448.00; °C. @ 760.00; mm Hg |
|
Acide Value |
4.00; max.; KOH/g |
|
Flash Point |
332.00; °F.; TCC; (166.67 °C.) |
|
Solubility |
Water, 0.006205 mg/L @ 25 °C (est) |
● Packing: 100g/bag; 500g/bag; 1kg/bag; 25kg/drum
● Recommended storage method: Store in a cool, dry and ventilated place.
● Recommended storage temperature: 2-8°C
● Product usage: emulsifiers, surfactants, Could be used as pearling agent or light-screening agent in shampoo, body lotions, Hand Sanitizer, Facial Cleanser.
Propylene Glycol Monostearate Uses
Emulsifier and Agent
Propylene glycol monostearate (pgms) is a good emulsifier and a wetting agent.
Enhance the Stabilization
It enhances the stabilization of the mixture and acts as a instantizing agent, release agent, as well as antioxidant or dispersant.
