Glyceryl monopyroglutamate monooleate

Glyceryl monopyroglutamate monooleate (CAS 84608-82-2) is a specialty ester combining glycerol, pyroglutamic acid, and oleic acid into a single multifunctional ingredient. It functions simultaneously as an emulsifier, humectant, and skin-conditioning agent.

This unique chemical structure makes it highly relevant to formulators seeking ingredient consolidation in complex systems. In skin care and hair care formulations, it improves moisture retention while stabilizing oil-in-water emulsions.

The compound effectively reduces the need for separate humectant and emulsifier components in personal care products. Topical pharmaceutical preparations benefit from its ability to enhance active ingredient delivery across lipid-containing matrices.

In food-grade applications, it can serve as an emulsifying agent in fat-containing systems where amino acid-derived esters are preferred. It is often chosen over conventional synthetic emulsifiers for its specific performance profile.

Its surface-wetting properties also support use in specialty coating and encapsulation processes where controlled interfacial activity is required. This versatility allows for its application across diverse industrial and laboratory settings.

Glyceryl monopyroglutamate monooleate is typically supplied as a liquid or semi-solid at ambient temperature. It is available in cosmetic-grade and technical-grade specifications to meet various manufacturing requirements.

Food-grade material is produced under appropriate quality standards for regulated applications. Packaging is generally offered in small quantities for R&D through to bulk drum supply for commercial production.