Glyceryl Caprylate

Glyceryl Caprylate is a food additive produced by esterification of caprylic acid and glycerol. Its molecular formula is C11H22O4, and its CAS number is 26402-26-6. It is mainly used as a preservative and emulsifier, and is widely used in the food, cosmetics, and pharmaceutical industries. It has high safety, can be decomposed and metabolized into carbon dioxide and water in the body without accumulation, and the FAO/WHO has not set a limit for its ADI (Advanced Individual Intake) value. Caprylic/caprylic acid glyceride is a novel, non-toxic, highly effective, and broad-spectrum preservative. It has inhibitory effects on Gram bacteria, molds, and yeasts.

Physicochemical Properties

• Appearance and Morphology: At room temperature, it is usually a pale yellow transparent liquid or a milky white powder to a lumpy solid, odorless or with a slight coconut aroma.

Physicochemical Parameters

• Melting Point: Approximately 40℃ (some data show 39.0~43.0℃).
• Boiling point: 340℃ (760 mmHg).
• Solubility: Insoluble in water, dispersible with shaking in hot water; readily soluble in organic solvents such as ethanol, ethyl acetate, and chloroform.
• Molecular weight: 218.29.

Emulsifying properties

An oil-soluble emulsifier with an HLB value of approximately 5.2, exhibiting good emulsifying effects on oil-soluble food colorings and flavorings.

Anti-corrosion and Antibacterial Effects

It has a broad-spectrum inhibitory effect on microorganisms such as Gram-positive bacteria, molds, and yeasts. It can disrupt the cell membrane structure of microorganisms and interfere with cell metabolism, thereby extending the shelf life of food, cosmetics, and other products.

It is widely used in meat products, dairy products, beverages, and baked goods, effectively preventing spoilage and deterioration. It is highly safe, and after ingestion, it decomposes into carbon dioxide and water without accumulation.

Emulsifying and Stabilizing Effects

As a non-ionic emulsifier, its molecular structure possesses both lipophilic and hydrophilic groups, enabling it to form a stable emulsion system, preventing oil-water separation, and improving the texture and stability of food, cosmetics, and other products. For example, it improves the water retention of meat products and makes baked goods more uniform in texture.

Moisturizing and Skin-Nourishing Effects

In cosmetics, its lipophilic groups can adsorb onto the skin's lipid layer, while its hydrophilic groups lock in moisture, providing a long-lasting moisturizing effect, making the skin smooth and radiant. It also has a certain fat-adding effect, improving skin texture.

Moisturizing and Skin-Nourishing Effects

In cosmetics, its lipophilic groups can adsorb onto the skin's lipid layer, while its hydrophilic groups can lock in moisture, providing a long-lasting moisturizing effect, making the skin delicate and radiant. It also has a certain fat-adding effect, improving skin texture. Delaying lipid oxidation

It can inhibit the activity of lipoxygenase, reduce lipid oxidation reactions, delay the rancidity of oils in food, maintain flavor stability, and extend the shelf life of food.

Preservation and Freshness Preservation

• It has a significant inhibitory effect on Gram-positive bacteria, molds, and yeasts, effectively extending the shelf life of food.
• Adding 0.04% to raw, fresh dough products (such as noodles, dumpling wrappers, and shumai wrappers) can extend the shelf life from 2 days to 4 days.
• Adding 0.05%–0.06% to meat products can completely inhibit the growth of bacteria, molds, and yeasts.
• The effect is also significant when used in silken tofu.

Emulsification and Stabilization

As a lipophilic nonionic emulsifier (HLB value ≈ 5.2), it helps improve food texture and stabilize its structure.

Applicable Food Scope and Maximum Usage

• Bean paste, cakes, mooncakes, wet noodles: ≤1.0 g/kg
• Meat sausages: ≤0.5 g/kg

Shaanxi Yuantai Biotechnology Co., Ltd. was established in 2014, mainly supplying herbal extracts, functional cosmetic raw materials, organic products, etc. We have our own factories, R&D and quality inspection teams, and have the conditions for development, production, and quality assurance. At present, we have obtained ISO9001, ISO22000, HALAL, KOSHER, HACCP, FDA and other certificates. Therefore, the quality of our products is guaranteed, and it is our original intention to bring high-quality products to customers.

packaging

1KG/Aluminium bags , 25kg/barrel

Storage: Store in a cool, dry, clean place away from moisture and direct light.

We also have special packaging for special products, such as: retinal - cold chain transportation; deoxyarbutin - vacuum transportation