CAS 111 60 4 Ethylene Glycol Monostearate, 2-Hydroxyethyl Stearate

Ethylene glycol monostearate, more commonly known as glycol monostearate or glycol stearate, is an organic compound. It is the ester of ethylene glycol and stearic acid. It is often derived from vegetables. At times, the compound can also be of animal origin. The important properties of ethylene glycol monostearate are its insolubility in water, low acid and iodine values, and relatively high melting point. All of these essentially help the compound remain stable under normal conditions. They make it a perfect ingredient for personal care products, cosmetics, and toiletries.

Synonym

Alkamuls SEG; Cerasynt M; Cerasynt MN; Clindrol SEG; clindrolseg; Emerest 2350; emerest2350; Empilan 2848

• CAS No.: 111-60-4

• EC No.: 203-886-9

• MF: C20H40O3

• MW: 328.53