Monomyristin

Monomyristin (CAS 27214-38-6), also known as glyceryl myristate and commercially available as Grindtek MM 90, is a monoglyceride ester of myristic acid used as an emulsifier. It acts as a rheology modifier across food and personal care manufacturing. It controls texture and stabilizes emulsions in finished formulations where precise consistency and phase compatibility are critical.

In personal care, it functions as a structuring agent and emulsifier in creams, lotions, and stick formulations. This helps to build viscosity and stabilize oil-water systems during the production process. Food manufacturers use it to control fat crystallization and improve texture in bakery fats, margarine, and confectionery coatings. It also acts as a co-emulsifier in complex lipid systems for rheological behavior.

Formulators select it for applications requiring a C14 fatty acid profile, which influences crystal habit and melting characteristics. These traits are highly relevant to specific industrial processing temperatures. Monomyristin is typically supplied as a white to off-white powder or waxy solid. Food-grade and cosmetic-grade specifications are the standard commercial forms for high-volume industrial procurement.

Purity grades are commonly at 90% monoglyceride content or above, as reflected in the Grindtek MM 90 designation. Bulk supply is available in kilogram and metric ton quantities depending on scale.