Glycerol monolactate

Glycerol monolactate (CAS 26855-41-4), also known as glyceryl lactate, is an ester formed from glycerol and lactic acid.

Where is Glycerol monolactate used?

• Food: moisture-retaining agent and mild flavoring component in baked goods, dairy products and processed foods
• Cosmetics: humectant in creams, lotions and serums, binding moisture to the skin matrix and improving spreadability
• Pharmaceuticals: solvent and carrier for active ingredients in topical and oral formulations
• It also serves as a co-solvent in flavor delivery systems and encapsulation applications.

Commercial specifications

• Manufactured to FCC, USP, Ph. Eur., BP, EP or ACS depending on grade
• Packaging from drums to intermediate bulk containers