Preparation, Characterization, and Hydro-Stability Assessment of Sodium Glyceroxide

Abstract

The present study described the successful preparation, characterization (XRD and FTIR Spectroscopy), and hydro-stability assessment of sodium glyceroxide (NaOGl), a compound commonly used as a catalyst in the preparation of biodiesel with promising new application in the selective synthesis of monolaurin and monoacylglycerides (MAGs). NaOGl is a crystalline solid that is difficult to handle under “wet” conditions because of its high hygroscopicity and high reactivity with water in air and in solution. The data presented here provides insights into the relevant physicochemical parameters of NaOGl and an analysis of the extent of the working conditions involving NaOGl as a reactant.