Glyceryl tribehenate
CAS 18641-57-1
EC 242-471-7
Formula C69H134O6
MW 1059.8 g/mol
Oils, Fats & Waxes Personal Care & CosmeticsFood & NutritionPharmaceuticals & Healthcare Emulsification & DispersionRheology ModificationPlasticizer & Softener
Description
Glyceryl tribehenate (CAS 18641-57-1) is a triester formed from glycerol and behenic acid, commercially known under trade names including Compritol 888 and Behenin. It belongs to the oils, fats and waxes category and carries no assigned E-code. The compound is also referenced as tribehenin and tri-docosanoin in technical literature.
In pharmaceutical tablet manufacturing, glyceryl tribehenate functions as a lipid-based matrix former and lubricant, controlling active ingredient release rates through its waxy structure. In cosmetic formulations, it acts as an emulsifier and rheology modifier, stabilising water-in-oil systems and adjusting product texture. Food-grade applications use it as a structuring agent in fat-based coatings and confectionery.
Glyceryl tribehenate is available in powder and crystalline grades suitable for pharmaceutical, cosmetic and food applications. It is subject to REACH registration and can be supplied to Ph.Eur. and FCC specifications depending on end-use requirements. Standard packaging formats for B2B supply include fibre drums and multi-layer bags.
In pharmaceutical tablet manufacturing, glyceryl tribehenate functions as a lipid-based matrix former and lubricant, controlling active ingredient release rates through its waxy structure. In cosmetic formulations, it acts as an emulsifier and rheology modifier, stabilising water-in-oil systems and adjusting product texture. Food-grade applications use it as a structuring agent in fat-based coatings and confectionery.
Glyceryl tribehenate is available in powder and crystalline grades suitable for pharmaceutical, cosmetic and food applications. It is subject to REACH registration and can be supplied to Ph.Eur. and FCC specifications depending on end-use requirements. Standard packaging formats for B2B supply include fibre drums and multi-layer bags.
Physical Properties
| Melting Point | 78.6 °C |
| Boiling Point | 911.8±32.0 °C(Predicted) |
| Density | 0.899±0.06 g/cm3(Predicted) |
| Color | White to Almost white |
| Form | powder to crystal |
| Log P | 30.786 (est) |
Trade & Regulatory
| HS Code | 2915900000 |
Other Names
2,3-di(docosanoyloxy)propyl docosanoateTribeheninBEHENINcompritol888Syncrowax HRCSyncrowax HRSTRIDOCOSANOINtri-docosanoi
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