Introduction
Sorbitan monostearate, also known as sorbitan stearate or SMS, is a compound produced through the esterification of sorbitan with stearic acid. The molecular formula of this compound is C24H46O6. At room temperature, this sorbitan ester appears as a pale-yellow to yellow granular solid. It has an HLB value of 4.7, which makes it a useful emulsifier. Its wide range of applications includes maintaining the moisture of yeasts, enhancing oil-water dispersion stability, and providing emulsification and stabilization in cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, feeds, coatings, and textile formulations. It is often used in conjunction with polysorbate 60.
CAS NO.：
1338-41-6
E NO.：
E491
FORMULA：
C24H46O6, 430.61
Technical Information
According to GB13481-2001, other parameters are available upon request.
Advantage
- SMS is widely used for maintaining the moisture of yeasts, enhancing oil-water dispersion stability, and providing emulsification and stabilization in various industries.
- It is commonly used in combination with polysorbate 60.
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