Monolaurin (abbreviated GML; also called glycerol monolaurate, glyceryl laurate, and 1-lauroyl-glycerol) is a monoglyceride.

[1] Lauric acid can be ingested in coconut oil and the human body converts it into monolaurin.

[2] Monolaurin is most commonly used as a surfactant in cosmetics, such as deodorants.

Monolaurin is sold as a dietary supplement and as an ingredient in certain foods.

The United States Food and Drug Administration categorizes it as generally recognized as safe.