Monolaurin, also known as Glyceryl Monolaurate 40 or GML is a monoglyceride emulsifier made by esterifying glycerin and lauric acid under certain conditions. Glyceryl Monolaurate 40 is found mainly in coconut oil, palm oil, and breast milk. It is usually oily, scaly, or granular, and is white or yellowish in color.GML food ingredient has good emulsifying and antimicrobial properties that make it popular for use in baked goods, butter, frostings, and cheese products.
