Glycerol monomyristate

Glycerol monomyristate (GMM) is a monoglyceride ester derived from glycerol and myristic acid, commercially available under trade names including Drewmulse M, Monomyristin, and Grindtek MM 90. It carries no assigned E-code and is identified by CAS 27214-38-6 and EC 248-329-0.

In food and nutrition applications, GMM functions as an emulsifier by reducing interfacial tension between oil and water phases, stabilising emulsions in fat-based systems. In personal care formulations, it modifies rheology by interacting with surfactant systems to build viscosity and improve texture in creams and lotions.

Glycerol monomyristate is supplied in technical and cosmetic-grade forms, with quality standards aligned to REACH compliance for European market supply. Procurement teams should confirm grade suitability against relevant food-contact or cosmetic regulatory frameworks prior to formulation. Packaging formats vary by supplier and order volume.