Witepsol® H (5/12/15/32/35/37)

Witepsol® H is a hydrogenated glyceride excipient derived primarily from coconut oil. It is composed of a mixture of mono-, di-, and triglycerides, offering a controlled melting profile and excellent physicochemical properties, making it an ideal base for pharmaceutical and cosmetic formulations.

Synonyms
Hydrogenated coconut oil glycerides, Hydrogenated glycerides, Witepsol H15, Witepsol H32, Hydrogenated vegetable oil, Hydrogenated triglycerides, Pharmaceutical suppository base
Chemical Formula
C3H5(OOCR)n
CAS Number
91744-42-2
INCI name(s)
Hydrogenated Coconut Glycerides

Characteristics

Molar Weight
600 to 900 g/mol
Melting Point
36°C to 40°C
Flash Point
> 200°C
Density
0.88 – 0.92 g/cm³
Forms
Solid (waxy)

Uses and applications

Key applications

  • Food and Nutrition
  • Pharmaceuticals
  • Stabilizer
  • Cosmetic products

Industries