Glyceryl Stearate SE

Description

1. Product Overview

Glyceryl Stearate SE is a premium self-emulsifying ester derived from glycerin and stearic acid, designed to act as an efficient emulsifier and stabilizer in cosmetic and personal care formulations. Its primary industrial use is to ensure uniform blending of oil and water phases, delivering smooth, stable, and high-quality creams, lotions, and ointments. Strategically, Glyceryl Stearate SE enhances formulation performance while reducing production variability, making it a critical component in high-volume manufacturing. Its combination of reliability, versatility, and regulatory compliance positions it as a key ingredient in the global personal care and pharmaceutical markets.

2. Key Specifications & Technical Characteristics

• Chemical Composition: Glyceryl Stearate (Mono- and Diglycerides of Stearic Acid), Polyglyceryl Esters
• Purity / Grade: Food & Cosmetic Grade; Self-Emulsifying (SE)
• Physical Characteristics:
  • Form: White to off-white waxy solid or flakes
  • Melting Point: 55–65 °C
  • Solubility: Dispersible in water and oils
  • Density: ~0.85 g/cm³
• Packaging Options: 25 kg kraft paper bags, 200 kg drums, or bulk flexible intermediate bulk containers (FIBCs)
• Shelf Life: 24 months when stored in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight

3. Core Industrial Applications

• Primary Industries:
  • Personal care & cosmetics (creams, lotions, ointments, sunscreens)
  • Pharmaceuticals (topical formulations, medicated creams)
  • Food industry (emulsified products where applicable)
• Operational Use Cases:
  • Acts as a stabilizer and emulsifying agent to maintain consistent texture and viscosity
  • Enhances the spreadability, absorption, and sensory properties of creams and lotions
  • Facilitates high-shear manufacturing processes, ensuring batch-to-batch consistency
• Performance Advantages:
  • Superior emulsification efficiency compared to conventional stearates
  • Reduces separation, extending product shelf life and enhancing stability
  • Optimizes formulation cost by reducing the need for additional emulsifiers

4. Competitive Advantages

• Quality Consistency: Manufactured under stringent GMP and ISO standards
• Supply Reliability: Globally distributed with secured production capacity
• Logistics Capability: Flexible bulk and containerized shipments for large-scale operations
• Price Competitiveness: Cost-efficient compared with imported or specialty emulsifiers
• Sustainability Benefits: Produced from ethically sourced vegetable glycerin and sustainable fatty acids
• Technical Support: Comprehensive documentation, formulation guidance, and regulatory compliance certificates

5. Commercial & Supply Information

• Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ): 20 MT
• Loading Capacity: 20 MT per standard 20-foot container