Sorbitan Monopalmitate
Sorbitanesters and Polysorbates as nonionicoffer many advantages over ionic surfactants including increase stability, enhance flexibility and provide wider compatibility. They are stable in mild acids, alkalis and electrolytes and do not react with ionic ingredients or actives.
Sorbitan monopalmitate, also known as sorbitan palmitate/SMP, is synthesized by the esterification of sorbitan with palmitic acid. It has a molecular formula of C22H42O6. At room temperature, it is a light yellow granular solid. Monopalmitateis a W/O emulsifier that has an HLB value of span 40. Besides emulsification, sorbitan monopalmitate can also act as a stabilizer, thickener for food, pharmaceutical, and cosmetic formulations; and as a lubricant, softener, finishing agent for the textile industry. Also, sorbitan monopalmitate is used as a dispersant for printing ink.
CAS NO.: 26266 57 9
- E 495
MOLECULAR FORMULA: C22H42O6
MOLECULAR WEIGHT: 403.56
Technical Information of Sorbitan Monopalmitate
According to GB25552-2010, other parameters are available upon request.
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Parameters |
Unit |
Standard value |
|
Fatty acid |
w/% |
63~71 |
|
Sorbitol |
w/% |
33~38 |
|
Acid value |
mgKOH/g |
≤7.0 |
|
Saponification value |
mg KOH/g |
140~155 |
|
Hydroxyl value |
mg KOH/g |
270~305 |
|
Moisture |
w/% |
≤1.5 |
|
Residue on ignition |
w/% |
≤0.5 |
|
Arsenic |
mg/kg |
≤3 |
|
Pb |
mg/kg |
≤2 |
Sorbitan Monopalmitate Use
lActing as emulsifiers and dispersants in the food and cosmetic industry
lSoluble in ethanol, ethyl acetate, toluene, and petroleum ether; can be dispersed in hot water and becomes lactescence
lYou can also find the wide uses of sorbitan monopalmitate in food, cosmetic and industry
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