GMS Powder

GMS Powder (Glyceryl Monostearate)

GMS Powder, or Glyceryl Monostearate, is a monoglyceride derived from glycerol and stearic acid. It is a versatile functional ingredient valued for its emulsifying, stabilizing, thickening, lubricating, and anti-caking properties.

GMS is supplied in powder, flakes, or crystalline solid form and is used in formulations where controlled dispersion, texture, emulsion stability, and processing performance are required. Depending on grade, applications include food, pharmaceutical, cosmetic, polymer, and other industrial formulations.

Chemical Formula

Chemical Formula

C₂₁H₄₂O₄

CAS Number

CAS Number

31566-31-1

Appearance

Appearance

White to off-white powder, flakes, or crystals

Grade Available

Grade Available

Industrial / Food / Cosmetic Grade*

*Grade availability and suitability depend on the specific Chemoselx product specification and intended application.

Key Applications

GMS Powder is used where emulsification, stabilization, texture control, lubrication, or processing assistance is required.

1

Food Applications

Used as an emulsifier, stabilizer, thickening aid, and anti-caking ingredient in suitable food formulations.

2

Pharmaceuticals

Used in selected formulations as an emulsifying, stabilizing, or controlled-release supporting excipient depending on grade.

3

Cosmetics & Personal Care

Used as an emulsifier, consistency modifier, and formulation aid in creams, lotions, and personal-care products.

4

Plastics & Industrial Processing

Used in selected polymer and industrial formulations as a lubricant, processing aid, or functional additive.

GMS Powder Applications

GMS Powder – Versatile Emulsification & Processing Performance

Glyceryl Monostearate is a versatile monoglyceride used to help stabilize mixtures of ingredients that do not naturally combine. Its amphiphilic character makes it useful in emulsification, texture modification, lubrication, and processing applications. The appropriate grade and specification should be selected according to the final product and applicable requirements.

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