Glyceryl Monostearate, Flake, Spectrum™ Chemical

Description

GL141, 31566-31-1, C₂₁H₄₂O₄

Spectrum™ Chemical Glyceryl Monostearate, Flake is commonly referred to as GMS and is an organic molecule that is often used as an emulsifier. It has neither color or odor but has a sweet taste and is a flaky hygroscopic powder. It is naturally occurring in the body and is the by product of fat breakdowns. It is used as a food additive and emulsifier, as well as an anti-caking and thickening agent. Ungraded products supplied by Spectrum are indicative of a grade suitable for general industrial use or research purposes and typically are not suitable for human consumption or therapeutic use. These materials may or may not have a Certificate of Analysis available.

Specifications

Chemical Identifiers

• CAS: 31566-31-1
• Molecular Formula: C21H42O4
• Molecular Weight (g/mol): 358.56
• InChI Key: VBICKXHEKHSIBG-UHFFFAOYNA-N
• IUPAC Name: 2,3-dihydroxypropyl octadecanoate
• SMILES: CCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCC(=O)OCC(O)CO

• CAS Max %: 100%
• Packaging: Fiber Drum
• Quantity: 45 kg
• Grade: Reagent