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Glycerol monolaurate is a kind of lipophilicity nonionic surfactant, naturally in breast milk and palmetto, is an internationally recognized good food emulsifier, but it is also a safe, effective and broad-spectrum antibacterial agent.

Product Name：Glycerol Monolaurate(GML) 

CAS #: 142-18-7

E No. : E471

Formula: C15H30O4

Properties:

The biggest advantage of GML is the"not preservatives,but more than preservatives".Its bacteriostatic effect will not change with the change of PH value suppose PH value is wihtin the scope of 4-8.Its antibacterial spectrum was wide,it has strong interaction in the common bacteria,fungi,yeast in food,and also can inhibit variety of viruses and protozoa.

APPLICATION:

Monolaurin could be used widely in food such as meat, bakery products,  emulsified flavorings as preservative and emulsifier. It could also be used in cosmetics and drugs. When used in food, there isn’t special limitations other than not to exceed the current good manufacturing practice.

Usage & Dosage

GML can be dissolved in a little alcohol or hot water(70~90°C) before mixed with other food components.

The recommended dosage is 0.01~0.1%.