- INCI Name:Glyceryl Stearate
- Chemical Name:1-Monostearin
- Functions:Emulsifier, Suppository Base, Surfactant (Nonionic), Solvent, Surfactant, Emollient, Bulking Agent, Emulsifier, Viscosity Modifier, Emulsifier (W/O), Coating System, Carrier, Lubricant, Opacifier
- Dosage Form:Tablets
- Synonyms:(±)-2,3-Dihydroxypropyl octadecanoate, 1-Glyceryl stearate, 1-Monooctadecanoylglycerol, 1-monostearoyl-rac-glycerol, 1-Monostearoylglycerol, 1-Stearoyl-rac-glycerol, 2,3-Dihydroxypropyl octadecanoate, 2,3-Dihydroxypropyl stearate, 3-Stearoyloxy-1,2-propanediol, Glycerin 1-monostearate, Glycerin 1-stearate, Glycerol 1-monostearate, Glycerol 1-stearate, Glycerol α-monostearate, Glyceryl 1-monostearate, Glyceryl 1-octadecanoate, NSC 3875, Stearic acid 1-monoglyceride, Stearic acid α-monoglyceride, α-Monostearin
CAPMUL® GMS-50K is a mono-diglyceride of hydrogenated soybean oil. A multi-functional emulsifier that acts as a surfactant, opacifier, and lubricant, CAPMUL® GMS-50K is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) according to 21 CFR § 184.1505. It is manufactured in USA.