Medium-Chain Triglycerides

الدهون الثلاثية متوسطة السلسلة

KindExcipient
ClassOils, lipids & waxes — medium-chain triglyceride
SynonymsMCT, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Fractionated coconut oil, Triglycerida saturata media, Miglyol (brand)
Common uses / formsOral and topical oily vehicle, softgel/liquid-fill matrix, lipid solubiliser and carrier for poorly soluble drugs, component of parenteral and enteral lipid emulsions
PropertiesLow-viscosity clear oily liquid; C8/C10 saturated fatty acids esterified to glycerol, sourced from coconut/palm-kernel oil; oxidatively more stable than long-chain oils; tight peroxide-value and fatty-acid-profile specs for pharma grade
CompendiaUSP, EP, BP
Sourcing originsEU, China, Malaysia
Dominant inbound routeEU
Indicative price band$$ ($10–100 / kg)
Indicative lead timemedium (50–80 days)
NotesFatty-acid composition (C8:C10 ratio) and peroxide value are the key acceptance parameters; pharma/parenteral grade is a premium tier above cosmetic/food MCT.
Indicative planning bands for reference/education — not supplier quotes. Sourcing routes reflect the dominant inbound lane to the Arab region.

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