Sorbitan Monooleate
Sorbitan monooleate, also known as sorbitan oleate/SMO, is synthesized by the esterification of sorbitan with oleic acid. It has a molecular formula of C24H44O6. At room temperature, it is in the form of amber to brown thick oily liquid. Sorbitan monooleate is a W/O emulsifier with an sorbitan monooleate HLB value of 4.3. Our sorbitan monooleate is one of the most popular surfactants as it has various functions in the formulations of food, pharmaceutical, cosmetics, textile, metal processing, etc. Sorbitan monooleate is commonly used in combination with polysorbate 80.
CAS NO.:1338-43-8
E NO.: E494
MOLECULAR FORMULA: C24H44O6
Sorbitan Monooleate Molecular Weight: 428.59
Technical Information of Sorbitan Monooleate
According to GB13482-2011, other parameters are available upon request.
Parameters |
Unit |
Standard value |
Fatty acid |
w/% |
73~77 |
Sorbitol |
w/% |
28~32 |
Acid value |
mg KOH/g |
≤8.0 |
Saponification value |
mg KOH/g |
145~160 |
Hydroxyl value |
mg KOH/g |
193~210 |
Moisture |
w/% |
≤2.0 |
Arsenic |
mg/kg |
≤3 |
Pb |
mg/kg |
≤2 |
Advantages of Sorbitan Monooleate
Soluble in ethanol, ethyl acetate, petroleum ether, and toluene. It is insoluble in water but can disperse in hot water
Its properties include emulsification, stabilization, lubrication, thickening and more
Our sorbitan monooleate can be applied to various products, including,
in cosmetics, face-cream, sunscreen, nail polish, fragrance;
personal care, toothpaste,soap, detergents;
food, sauce, jam, chocolate, butter, vegetable protein products;
industrial, paint, dye, adhesive, etc.
Can be used in food, pharmaceutical, cosmetic, feed and industry
Instructions on Use and Storage
STORAGE
Store in a cool, dry place in tightly sealed packages, away from heat and light
TRANSPORTATION
Transport as non-dangerous goods
SHELF LIFE
1 year.
Packaging and Shipment
Packaging
25kg/drum, 200kg/drum and 900kg/drum (special packaging is available upon request)
Shipment
7-14 days after receiving payment
Port
Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Shanghai, Qingdao, etc.
Guangdong Huana Chemistry Co., Ltd. is a professional global chemical engineering company based in China. We provide sorbitan monooleate surfactant, sorbitan monooleate 80, sorbitan monooleate ethoxylated, sorbitan monooleate span 80, non ionic surfactant, polyoxyethylene sorbitan fatty acid ester and etc. Want to know sorbitan oleate uses and span 80 food grade? Please contact us.
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