Glycerol Monostearate By Acuro Organics Limited

Glycerol monostearate, commonly known asA GMS, is an organic molecule used as an
emulsifier.GMS is a colorless, odorless, and sweet-tasting flaky powder that is
hygroscopic. It is aA glycerolA esterA ofA stearic acid. It occurs naturally in the body as a
by-product of the breakdown of fats, and is also found in fatty foods.GMS is a food
additive used as a thickening, emulsifying,A anti-caking, and preservative agent; an
emulsifying agent for oils, waxes, and solvents; a protective coating for hygroscopic
powders; a solidifier and control release agent in pharmaceuticals; and a resin lubricant.
It is also used in cosmetics and hair care products.GMS is largely used in baking
preparations to add "body" to the food. It is responsible for givingA ice creamA andwhipped
creamA its smooth texture.
Applications
As an emulsifier, texture-improver, lubricant, processing aid, clump preventer and
appearance improver in food products such as breads, biscuits, icecreams,
confectionary, noodles, pasta, coffee whitener, chewing gum, extruded snacks and
foods, breakfast cereals, fat spreads, meat products, peanut butter etc.
As a mould release agent and shining agent is PVC . EVA and other polymers
processing
As an emulsifier in cosmetics.