Introduction
Sorbitan monooleate, also referred to as sorbitan oleate or SMO, is a compound synthesized through the esterification of sorbitan with oleic acid. Its molecular formula is C24H44O6. Physically, it appears as an amber to brown thick oily liquid at room temperature. As a Water-in-Oil (W/O) emulsifier, sorbitan monooleate has an HLB value of 4.3. This compound is highly sought-after due to its multifaceted applications in diverse industries such as food, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, textiles, and metal processing. It is often used in tandem with polysorbate 80.
CAS NO.：
1338-43-8
E NO.：
E494
FORMULA：
C24H44O6, 428.59
Technical Information
According to GB13482-2011, other parameters are available upon request.
Advantage
- SMO is widely used in the formulation of food, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, textiles, and metal processing.
- It is commonly used in combination with polysorbate 80.
Application
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