Medium Chain Triglycerides

General Information

• Product Name: Medium Chain Triglycerides
• Catalog: SUR-NON-076
• Applications: Cosmetics and personal care, pharmaceutical applications, food and nutrition, animal feed, others

Introduction

Comprised of medium-length chains of fatty acids, typically with 6 to 12 carbon atoms, medium chain triglycerides (MCTs) are derived from sources such as coconut oil and palm kernel oil. Unlike long-chain triglycerides, MCTs are rapidly absorbed and metabolized by the body, providing a quick source of energy.

Characteristics

MCTs are primarily composed of saturated fatty acids, specifically caprylic acid (C8) and capric acid (C10). These triglycerides are unique due to their shorter chain length, which contributes to several distinct physical properties:

• Low Freezing Point: MCTs have a low freezing point, allowing them to remain liquid at room temperature.
• Viscosity: They possess approximately half the viscosity of typical vegetable oils, making them easier to handle and mix with other substances.
• Oxidative Stability: MCTs exhibit exceptional oxidative stability, which ensures a longer shelf life and resistance to rancidity.
• High Boiling Point: With a boiling point exceeding 233°C (20 mmHg), MCTs are stable at high temperatures, making them suitable for various industrial processes.
• Surface Tension: MCTs have low surface tension, enhancing their spreadability on surfaces such as skin and improving their miscibility with other compounds.

Basic Parameters

* Typical values (not warranted values)

Applications

MCTs find applications in numerous industries due to its versatile properties:

Cosmetics and Personal Care

• Skin Care: They are commonly found in sunscreens, lotions, creams, and after-sun care products. Their ability to enhance the absorption of active ingredients makes them ideal for formulations aimed at nourishing and protecting the skin.
• Hair Care: MCTs are used in hair oils, creams, and conditioners to impart shine, smoothness, and ease of combing. Their low viscosity and high spreadability ensure even distribution and quick absorption.
• Baby Care: In baby oils, creams, and lotions, MCTs help maintain skin hydration and softness, making them suitable for sensitive infant skin.

Pharmaceutical Applications

• Solvent Properties: MCTs are effective solvents for oil-soluble vitamins, antibiotics, and other medicinal substances, facilitating their delivery and absorption.
• Heat Resistance Reduction: They play a role in reducing the heat resistance of bacteria, enhancing the efficacy of certain treatments.

Food and Nutrition

• Medical Nutrition: MCTs are used in specialized diets for patients recovering from surgery, infections, or burns, and for those with fat absorption disorders, such as AIDS and cancer patients.
• Sports Nutrition: Athletes benefit from MCTs as a quick energy source that supports endurance and performance.
• Infant Nutrition: MCTs promote the growth and development of premature and weak infants, providing essential energy and nutrients.

Animal Feed

• Rapid Metabolism: In weaning animal cubs, MCTs are quickly digested, absorbed, and utilized, ensuring rapid energy availability and supporting healthy growth.

Packaging and Storage

• Packaging Options: Typically packed  in 190 kg iron drums, customizable according to customer requirements.
• Storage Conditions: Stored in a cool, dry place, away from sunlight and moisture, to prevent caking and ensure it remains free-flowing and easy to use.

Their rapid absorption, metabolic advantages, and stability under diverse conditions make medium chain triglycerides (MCTs) indispensable in cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, food and nutrition, and animal feed. Contact Alfa Chemistry today to learn more about our products and how they can benefit your applications.

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