Capmul® GMO-50 (Glyceryl Monooleate) is a mixture of monoglycerides, mainly glyceryl monooleate, together with variable quantities of diglycerides and triglycerides. It is obtained by esterification of glycerol with food-grade oleic acid of vegetable origin, or by partial glycerolysis of vegetable oil that consists mainly of triglycerides of oleic acid. A suitable antioxidant may be added. Capmul® GMO-50 is a multi-functional emulsifier useful in the production of cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, food and plastic products.