Name: Monolaurin
Cas: 142-18-7
Purity: 99%
MOQ: 1KG
Chemical Structure
Basic Info
Monolaurin (CAS 142-18-7): Multi-Functional Monoester for Advanced Food, Cosmetic, and Industrial Formulations
Monolaurin (also commercially referred to as Glycerol Monolaurate or GML) is a monoester formed from lauric acid and glycerin. Recognized for its amphiphilic molecular structure, Monolaurin combines lipophilic lauric acid tails with hydrophilic glycerol heads, delivering excellent surface activity, emulsification properties, and inherent antimicrobial stabilization.
Unlike basic fatty acid esters, Monolaurin demonstrates unique antimicrobial boosting capabilities by disrupting lipid-coated micro-structures and cell membranes without inducing chemical resistance. Widely utilized across personal care, food preservation, and animal nutrition, it serves as a multifunctional ingredient that replaces synthetic preservatives while enhancing emulsion stability.
Product Introduction
| Melting point | 63 °C |
| Boiling point | 186 °C / 1mmHg |
| density | 0.9764 (rough estimate) |
| refractive index | 1.4350 (estimate) |
| storage temp. | -20°C |
| solubility | Practically insoluble in water |
| form | powder to crystal |
| pka | 13.16±0.20(Predicted) |
| color | White to Almost white |
| biological source | plant |
| Water Solubility | 6mg/L |
To accommodate rigorous international import specifications and simplified formulation compliance, our Monolaurin (CAS 142-18-7) is produced under internationally recognized quality management regimes:
ISO 9001:2015 & ISO 22000 / FSSC 22000: Comprehensive quality and food safety system compliance from raw material saponification/esterification to packaging.
Kosher & Halal Certified: Fully compliant with religious dietary requirements for global food and supplement exports.
REACH Compliance (EU): Registered for safe commercial distribution within the European Economic Area.
US FDA GRAS Status: Glycerol Monolaurate is recognized under US FDA regulations as a direct/indirect food additive under applicable conditions.
Documentation Suite: Full technical dossier provided per batch, including Safety Data Sheet (SDS) via GHS standards, Certificate of Analysis (COA), Non-GMO Statement, Heavy Metal Analysis, and Allergen-Free Declaration.
Product Packaging
Every batch of CAS 142-18-7 undergoes strict internal testing at our dedicated analytical testing facility before commercial dispatch to ensure consistency in performance and safety.
Monoester Content (Alpha-Monoglyceride Assay): Analyzed via Gas Chromatography (GC) or High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) to guarantee active monoester purity meets specified limits (≥ 90%).
Free Glycerol & Free Fatty Acid Determination: Monitored via titration methods to ensure free lauric acid remains within controlled parameters, preventing unintended acidity shifts in client formulations.
Melting Point Range Analysis: Verified using automated capillary melting apparatus (typically 56°C – 60°C) to ensure batch physical uniformity and ease of thermal processing.
Acid Value & Saponification Value: Tested according to official AOAC/ASTM standards to confirm reaction completeness and chemical stoichiometry.
Trace Contaminants & Micro-Limits: Total Aerobic Microbial Count (TAMC), yeast/mold, heavy metals (Pb, As, Cd, Hg), and residual solvent levels are screened via ICP-MS and USP microbial protocols.
Related References
As a company specializing in the production and supply of MONOLAURIN raw materials, we are committed to providing customers with high-quality products and preferential prices. We have rich experience and technology to ensure the quality and stable supply of our products. No matter where you are, we can provide you with the MONOLAURIN raw materials you need to support your production and research and development.
We always adhere to the principle of honest management, strictly control product quality, and serve every customer with a customer-first attitude. Over the years, we have established good cooperative relations with domestic and foreign customers and won their trust and praise.
Manufacturer of Monolaurin
Zhishang Chemical is based in Shandong, serves the whole country, faces the world, and is determined to become an excellent supplier and service provider in the chemical industry.
As a top manufacturer of cosmetic raw materials, disinfectants, flavors and fragrances in China, we are committed to producing high-quality products and have won high praise from customers all over the world.
In the next 10 years or even longer, Zhishang will always adhere to the tenet of quality first and reputation first, and devote itself to providing customers with thoughtful and perfect services.
As a professional Monolaurin manufacturer, Zhi shang Chemical has served more than 6,000 customers around the world. Because of our high-quality products and professional services, we have won high praise from most of our customers.
Pre-Sales Service
* Timely reply and 24 hours online, the professional team will provide you with the most favorable prices and high-quality products.
* The sample supports testing and inspection.
* Each batch of products will be tested to ensure that its quality meets user needs.
*Packaging can also be made according to customer requirements.
*Any inquiries will be answered by our relevant personnel within 24 hours.
*We will provide you with commercial invoice, packing list, packing list, COA, health certificate and certificate of origin if you need it. If your market has other special requirements, please let us know.
After-Sales Service
*We will monitor the logistics information in real time and will share the information with you.
* You can consult us at any time if you have any questions about the product, and we will answer you in time.
*If you have any questions about the product, you can report it to us, we will deal with it in time for you, and the product can be returned.
Q1: How does Monolaurin function as a preservative booster in cosmetics? A: Monolaurin naturally destabilizes the lipid outer membranes of Gram-positive bacteria and enveloped viruses. While it is not classified as a traditional drug or heavy preservative, its surface-active mechanism disrupts microbial cell integrity, allowing lower concentrations of primary cosmetic preservatives to achieve full system protection.
Q2: What is the difference between Monolaurin (CAS 142-18-7) and Lauric Acid? A: Lauric acid is a free saturated fatty acid, whereas Monolaurin is the monoester of lauric acid attached to a glycerol backbone. Monolaurin exhibits significantly higher surface activity, emulsification power, and membrane-disruptive efficacy compared to unesterified lauric acid.
Q3: Is Monolaurin soluble in water? A: Monolaurin has limited solubility in cold water due to its low HLB value (approx. 4.5–5.0). It is readily soluble in warm ethanol, vegetable oils, hot organic solvents, and easily disperses into warm aqueous phases when processed with co-emulsifiers.
Q4: What are the recommended storage conditions for bulk Monolaurin shipment? A: Monolaurin should be stored in sealed original packaging, kept in a cool, dry, and dark warehouse environment at temperatures below 30°C. Prolonged exposure to elevated temperatures or moisture may lead to clumping or gradual ester hydrolysis.
1. For products ≤50kg, we recommend using express delivery, which is usually called DDU service (discounted, convenient).
2. For products ≤500kg, we generally recommend air freight, which is usually called FOB, CFR or CIF service (fast and efficient).
3. For products >500kg, we generally recommend shipping by sea, which is usually called FOB, CFR or CIF service (economical, safe).
4. For high-value products, please choose air or express to ensure the safety of product transportation.
