Decanoyl/octanoyl-glycerides (GTCC)
【Chemical Name】 Decanoyl/octanoyl-glycerides (GTCC)
【Other Name】 Caprylic/capric triglycerides; MCT oil; Medium-chain triglycerides
【CAS No.】 65381-09-1
【Molecular Formula】 C₂₁H₄₄O₇
【Molecular Weight】 408.58
【Product properties of GTCC】
Colorless to pale yellow clear oily liquid, practically odorless and tasteless. Excellent oxidation stability, low viscosity, and good solubility with organic solvents and oils.
【Storage】
Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from light, heat, and strong oxidizers. Keep container tightly sealed.
【Packing】
Available in 190 kg plastic drums
【Application】
Widely used as a food emulsifier, flavor carrier, and release agent; in cosmetics as an emollient and skin moisturizer; and in pharmaceuticals as a solvent and absorption enhancer for lipid-based formulations.
【Product Specification of GTCC】
Item | Standard |
|---|---|
Odor | Odorless |
Appearance | Colorless or slightly yellow oily liquid |
Acid value (mgKOH/g) | ≤0.1 |
Color (Hazen) | 30 max |
Iodine value (g/100g) | ≤0.2 |
Saponification value (mgKOH/g) | 325–360 |
Water content (%) | ≤0.2 |
Specific gravity (20°C) | 0.940–0.955 |
Refractive index (20°C) | 1.4460–1.4500 |
Peroxide value (g/100g) | ≤1.0 |
Hydroxyl value (mgKOH/g) | ≤10 |