Introduction
Polysorbate 20, also recognized as polyoxyethylene (20) sorbitan monolaurate, is a compound composed of sorbitol, ethylene oxide, and lauric acid, with a molecular formula of C58H114O26. This substance appears as a pale-yellow to yellow viscous liquid at room temperature. As an O/W emulsifier with a Hydrophilic-Lipophilic Balance (HLB) of 16.7, Polysorbate 20 excels in emulsifying and stabilizing oils within water. Its applications span across food, pharmaceutical, and cosmetic formulations where it acts as a solubilizer, penetrant, and dispersant. In the textile industry, it serves as a softener, finishing agent, antistatic agent, and lubricant.
CAS NO.：
9005-64-5
E NO.：
E432
FORMULA：
C58H114O26, 1226.48
Technical Information
According to GB29221-2012, other parameters are available upon request.
Advantage
- It is soluble in water, ethanol, ethyl acetate and toluene.
- It has multiple functions in numerous formulations.
- Can be used in food, cosmetic, pharmaceutical and industry.
Application
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