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Glycerol monostearate, used in foods as a ?

Answer 1

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GMS is a food additive used as a thickening, emulsifying, anticaking, and preservative agent; an emulsifying agent for oils, waxes, and solvents; a protective coating for hygroscopic powders; a solidifier and control release agent in pharmaceuticals; and a resin lubricant.

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Answer 2

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GMS is a food additive used as a thickening, emulsifying, anticaking, and preservative agent; an emulsifying agent for oils, waxes, and solvents; a protective coating for hygroscopic powders; a solidifier and control release agent in pharmaceuticals; and a resin lubricant.

Abbreviations: GMS

Solubility in water: Insoluble

Appearance: White solid

Melting point: (Mix) 57–65 °C (135–149 °F); (1-) 81 °C (178 °F); (2-) 73–74 °C