 | |
| Names | |
|---|---|
| IUPAC name 2,3-Dihydroxypropyl dodecanoate | |
| Other names Glyceryl laurate; Monolauroylglycerin; Glycerol monolaurate | |
| Identifiers | |
3D model (JSmol) | |
| ChEMBL | |
| ChemSpider |
|
| ECHA InfoCard | 100.005.024 |
| UNII | |
| |
| |
| Properties | |
| C15H30O4 | |
| Molar mass | 274.401 g·mol−1 |
| Melting point | 63 °C |
| Boiling point | 186 °C / 1mmHg |
Except where otherwise noted, data are given for materials in theirstandard state (at 25 °C [77 °F], 100 kPa). | |
Monolaurin (abbreviated GML; also calledglycerol monolaurate,glyceryl laurate, and1-lauroyl-glycerol) is amonoglyceride. It is the mono-ester formed fromglycerol andlauric acid. Its chemical formula is C15H30O4.
Monolaurin is found incoconut oil and may be similar to other monoglycerides found inhuman breast milk.[1]
Lauric acid can be ingested in coconut oil and the human body converts it into monolaurin. Furthermore, coconut oil, coconut cream, grated coconut and others products are sources of lauric acid and, consequently, monolaurin.[2]
Monolaurin is most commonly used as asurfactant incosmetics, such asdeodorants. As afood additive it is also used as anemulsifier or preservative. Monolaurin is also marketed as adietary supplement.
Monolaurin is sold as a dietary supplement and as an ingredient in certain foods. The United StatesFood and Drug Administration categorizes it asgenerally recognized as safe.[3]
