Guangzhou Eric Wei Chemical Co., Ltd.
Guangzhou Eric Wei Chemical Co., Ltd.

Malaysia Coconut Lauric Acid

Malaysia Coconut Lauric Acid by GreenChem BioSeries GC-LA12 is a high-purity (≥95%) plant-derived fatty acid extracted from sustainably sourced Malaysian coconuts. Renowned for exceptional antimicrobial activity and excellent surfactant properties, it’s widely used in eco-friendly soaps, detergents, and personal care formulations. Offers superior foaming, cleansing, and stability versus petrochemical alternatives.
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Features Of Malaysia Coconut Lauric Acid

  1. Naturally derived from sustainably sourced Malaysian coconut oil via fractional distillation.

  2. High purity (>95% lauric acid content) with minimal short-chain fatty acid impurities.

  3. Excellent oxidative stability and consistent crystalline structure for reliable processing.

  4. Free from synthetic additives, solvents, or chemical modification — compliant with ISO 9001 and FSSC 22000 standards.

  5. Low moisture content (<0.1%) ensures extended shelf life and reduced risk of hydrolysis in formulations.

Typical Applications Of Malaysia Coconut Lauric Acid

  1. Surfactant precursor in sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS) and sodium lauryl ether sulfate (SLES) production.

  2. Key raw material for manufacturing antimicrobial glycerol monolaurin and lauric arginate esters.

  3. Functional ingredient in high-performance lubricants and metalworking fluids.

  4. Emulsifier and co-structuring agent in personal care creams, shampoos, and cleansing bars.

  5. Feed-grade additive for enhancing energy density and gut health in poultry and swine nutrition.

Specifications Of Malaysia Coconut Lauric Acid

Chemical TypeSaturated medium-chain fatty acid (C12:0)
Product FormWhite to off-white flake or granular solid
AppearanceUniform crystals, faint characteristic odor
Acid Value505–515 mg KOH/g
Iodine Value≤1.0 g I₂/100 g
Melting Point43–46 °C
Moisture Content≤0.1% (w/w)
Free Fatty Acid ProfileLauric acid ≥95%, Capric ≤2.5%, Caprylic ≤1.0%, Myristic ≤1.0%


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