| Description | Monoelaidin (1-Monoelaidin) is a compound produced by esterification of one molecule of octadecanoic acid and one molecule of glycerol. It has moisturizing properties and is often added to skin care products. |
| Synonyms | 1-Monoelaidin, Glycerol 1-monoelaidate, α-Monoelaidin |
| molecular weight | 356.54 |
| Molecular formula | C21H40O4 |
| CAS | 2716-53-2 |
| Storage | Powder: -20°C for 3 years | In solvent: -80°C for 1 year | Shipping with blue ice. |
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