Ingredients --

Glycerol monostearate
(Mono and Diglycerides)

Chemical Formula: CH₃(CH₂)₁₆COOCH₂CHOHCH₂OH

Synonyms

Glyceryl stearate,
Mono and Diglycerides
Monostearin,
Octadecanoic acid monoester with 1,2,3-propanetriol

Description

White or cream colored waxy solid.

Uses

Mono-glycerides are used as emulsifying agents in many products, such as baked goods, whipped cream, and ice cream.

It is a fat that is missing two of its fatty acids. It is often used with di-glycerides, which are fats that are only missing one of their fatty acids.