GMS Food Grade – Glycerol Monostearate Powder (E471)

Product Description

GMS Food Grade (Glycerol Monostearate), also known as Glyceryl Monostearate, is a versatile food emulsifier used to improve texture, consistency and stability in various food formulations. It helps manage the interaction between fats and other ingredients, supporting better product structure and processing performance.

GMS is commonly used in bakery products, bread, cakes, ice cream, frozen desserts, confectionery, margarine and other processed food applications. Depending on the grade and formulation, it can help maintain softness, improve aeration, support emulsion stability and enhance the texture of finished products.

Key Benefits

• Supports emulsification in suitable food formulations.

• Helps improve texture and consistency.

• Supports fat dispersion in selected food products.

• Helps maintain softness in suitable bakery products.

• Supports aeration and texture in selected frozen desserts.

• Offers versatile applications across food processing.

• Helps achieve consistent product quality when used appropriately.

Common Uses

• Bakery Products: Bread, buns, cakes, pastries and bakery mixes.

• Ice Cream and Frozen Desserts: Supports texture, body and aeration in suitable formulations.

• Confectionery: Used in selected chocolate coatings and fat-based confectionery.

• Margarine and Spreads: Helps support emulsification and texture.

• Whipped Products: Used in selected aerated desserts and toppings.

• Processed Foods: Suitable for various formulated food products, depending on application requirements.

Technical Specifications

• Product Name: GMS Food Grade

• Chemical Name: Glycerol Monostearate

• Alternative Name: Glyceryl Monostearate

• Common Abbreviation: GMS

• Food Additive Number: E471

• CAS Number: 31566-31-1

• EC Number: 250-705-4

• Molecular Formula: C₂₁H₄₂O₄

• Molecular Weight: Approximately 358.56 g/mol

• Chemical Class: Fatty Acid Ester / Monoglyceride

• Physical Form: Powder

• Appearance: Typically white to off-white powder; may vary by grade.

• Solubility: Generally insoluble in water; behaviour varies with grade and temperature.

• Primary Function: Food emulsifier and texture modifier.

Recommended Applications

GMS is used by food manufacturers, bakeries and food formulators seeking an emulsifying or texture-modifying ingredient. The appropriate dosage depends on the food application, GMS grade, formulation and processing conditions. Always follow the supplier's technical data sheet and applicable food regulations.

Storage Instructions

Store in a cool, dry place in a tightly sealed container. Protect from moisture, direct sunlight and excessive heat. Keep the container properly closed after use.

Handling and Safety

Use only a verified food-grade product for permitted food applications. Follow the supplier's Safety Data Sheet (SDS), Certificate of Analysis (COA) and recommended handling instructions. Confirm the ingredient's suitability and permitted usage level for the intended application before use.

Important Information

Product specifications, purity, monoglyceride content, raw material source and performance may vary by manufacturer and grade. Confirm these details with the supplier before use. The CAS number and technical specifications should be verified against the supplied COA and SDS.

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