Introduction
Sorbitan sesquioleate, abbreviated as SSO, is a compound that is produced through the esterification process of sorbitan and oleic acid. It appears as a yellow viscous liquid at ambient temperature. Classified as a water-in-oil (W/O) emulsifier, SSO boasts an HLB (Hydrophilic-Lipophilic Balance) value of 3.7 and exhibits solubility in substances like ethanol, ethyl acetate, petroleum, and toluene.
CAS NO.:
8007-43-0
FORMULA:
C33H60O6.5
WEIGHT:
560.8
Technical Information
Application
Today, sorbitan sesquioleate finds extensive applications as an emulsifier in various industries such as cosmetics, explosives, textiles, and printing. It efficaciously performs the roles of an emulsifier, stabilizer, lubricant, and thickener, among others.
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