Product Name: Sorbitan Monolaurate (Span-20)
CAS: 1338-39-2
Technical Information of Sorbitan Monolaurate
| Parameters | Unit | Standard value |
|---|---|---|
| Fatty acid | w/% | 56~68 |
| Sorbitol | w/% | 36~49 |
| Acid value | mgKOH/g | ≤7.0 |
| Saponification value | mg KOH/g | 155~170 |
| Hydroxyl value | mg KOH/g | 330~360 |
| Moisture | w/% | ≤1.5 |
| Residue on ignition | w/% | ≤0.5 |
| Arsenic | mg/kg | ≤3 |
| Pb | mg/kg | ≤2 |
Advantages of Sorbitan Monolaurate
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Good emulsifying, stabilizing, lubricating, and dispersing properties
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Lipophilic property
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Sorbitan monolaurate is suitable for use in isopropanol, mineral oil, liquid paraffin based formulations
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Sorbitan monolaurate span 20 can be used in the food, pharmaceutical, feed, and textile industries
Sorbitan Laurate In Cosmetics
Synthesized by the esterification of sorbitan with lauric acid, the sorbitan monolaurate is widely used as W/O emulsifier, stabilizer, lubricants, plasticizers, and desiccant in the medical and cosmetic industry.
With the right use, sorbitan monolaurate can work perfectly as both cleansing agents and emulsifiers. However, it should be noted that the overuse of sorbitan monolaurate (amounts above 5%) may lead to unpleasant skin irritations.
Instructions on Use and Storage
STORAGE
Store in cool, dry place in tightly sealed packages, away from heat and light
TRANSPORTATION
Transport as non-dangerous goods
SHELF LIFE
1 year.
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| Product name | Common name | CAS No. |
|---|---|---|
| Sorbitan Monopalmitate | Span 40 | 26266-58-0 |
| Sorbitan Monostearate | Span 60 | 1338-41-6 |
| Sorbitan Tristearate | — | 26658-19-5 |
| Sorbitan Monooleate | Span 80 | 1338-43-8 |
| Sorbitan Sesquioleate | — | 8007-43-0 |
| Sorbitan Trioleate | — | 26266-57-9 |
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