Description

Glyceryl Monooleate is a clear or light yellow oil that is used as an antifoam in juice processing. It has been used as an emulsifier, a moisturizer, and a flavoring agent. Ungraded products supplied by biofargo are indicative of a grade suitable for general industrial use or research purposes and typically are not suitable for human consumption or therapeutic use.

Specification

Item	Value
Chemical Name	Glyceryl Monooleate
Appearance	Clear or Light Yellow Oil
Grade	Biochemical
CAS	25496-72-4
Molecular Formula	C21H40O4
Molecular Weight	356.55
Storage	Store at Room Temperature

Features

High-Purity Monoacylglycerol

Biochemical-grade GMO with consistent composition suitable for research and formulation development.
Clear or Light-Yellow Oil

Easily dispersible in organic phases; ideal for oil-based and lipid-rich systems.
Excellent Emulsifying and Stabilizing Properties

Functions as a W/O or O/W emulsifier, stabilizer, and dispersant in various chemical formulations.
Lipophilic and Biocompatible

Displays strong affinity for lipid phases and is commonly used as a model lipid in membrane and lipid-phase studies.
Self-Assembly Capability

Forms liquid-crystalline, lamellar, and cubic phases under appropriate hydration conditions—useful for drug delivery and lipid nanostructure research.
Versatile Industrial Additive

Acts as a lubricant, antifoam agent, viscosity modifier, or plastic additive in multiple processing environments.

Applications

Lipid Research & Biophysical Studies

Model lipid for membrane studies, phase-behavior research, and lipid-protein interaction experiments.

Component for preparing lipidic cubic phases and other structured lipid systems.

Nanocarrier and Delivery System Development

Used in R&D of liposomes, emulsions, lipid nanoparticles, sustained-release matrices, and encapsulation systems.

Formulation Chemistry

Emulsifier or stabilizer in oil-based formulations.

Dispersant and thickening aid in non-aqueous or mixed-phase systems.

Industrial & Processing Additives

Antifoam agent in juice or beverage processing.

Lubricant, plasticizer, or internal mold-release agent in polymer, plastic, or rubber manufacturing.

Flow modifier and processing aid in chemical production.

General Laboratory Use

Suitable for industrial research, chemical synthesis, material science studies, and surfactant system development.

Safety Disclaimer

This product is intended for laboratory research use only. Not for drug, human, or veterinary use. Review the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) provided by BioFargo for detailed handling, storage, hazard, and disposal information. Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) including gloves, lab coat, and eye protection when handling. Dispose of waste and residual buffer in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations. Ensure proper ventilation if preparing large volumes or heating solutions.

GMO (Glyceryl Monooleate) Biochemical Grade