Glyceryl Laurate

Product Description

Green Stone Swiss supplies cosmetic-grade Glyceryl Laurate under a direct factory model, with GMP-aligned quality control, batch documentation, and sample support for emulsion and cleansing formulators.

Glyceryl Laurate (glycerol monolaurate; CAS 142-18-7 / 27215-38-9) is the monoester of glycerin and lauric acid. CosIng lists emollient and emulsifying functions; as a low-HLB monoglyceride it is used as a co-emulsifier and skin-softening lipid, and can support refatting feel in rinse-off cleansers.

It is typically specified for creams, lotions, balms, mild facial cleansers, and deodorant chassis where formulators need a multifunctional ester rather than a primary bioactive antimicrobial claim.

Product Specification

• INCI Name: Glyceryl Laurate
• CAS No.: 142-18-7 / 27215-38-9
• Molecular Formula: C₁₅H₃₀O₄
• Molecular Weight: 274.40 g/mol
• Appearance: White to cream-colored paste or waxy solid
• Purity: ≥95% Typical (monoester grade; COA Available upon request)
• Solubility: Oil-soluble; dispersible in water with heating/emulsification
• Suggested pH: Compatible with common cosmetic pH systems; confirm emulsion stability in final chassis
• Storage: Store sealed in a cool, dry place; protect from moisture and heat

Key Benefits & Applications

Glyceryl Laurate is a high-purity monoglyceride for co-emulsifying, emollient, and cleanser-refatting applications.

• Supports emulsion stability as a low-HLB co-emulsifier alongside primary emulsifiers
• Provides emollient skin feel and lipid contribution in leave-on creams and balms
• Helps reduce tight after-feel in mild rinse-off cleansers through refatting support
• Suitable for face/body emulsions, lip care, baby-mild cleansers, and selected deodorant bases
• Typical use level: Formulation-dependent (commonly low single-digit % as co-emulsifier/emollient; confirm in finished testing)

Formulation Guidelines

Use these notes to incorporate Glyceryl Laurate into stable emulsion and cleansing systems.

• Suggested Use Level: Formulation-dependent; optimize for co-emulsification, skin feel, and viscosity targets
• Addition: Melt into the oil phase (typical melt range near room-to-warm paste temperatures); emulsify with the primary emulsifier system
• HLB / Role: Low-HLB monoglyceride—pair with higher-HLB emulsifiers for O/W systems; screen W/O or hybrid chassis as needed
• Compatibility: Verify with surfactants, preservatives, and fragrance; check soaping, viscosity, and long-term emulsion stability
• Process: Avoid unnecessary prolonged high heat after emulsification; cool under controlled mixing
• Combine with Glyceryl Stearate Se for complementary monoglyceride co-emulsifier support in cream and lotion systems.