Emulsifier Sorbitan Monostearate Span 60 CAS 1338-41-6

Description

Emulsifier sorbitan monostearate Span 60 solid is an extremely mild but very powerful multi-functional nonionic surfactant. It is based on Stearic Acid and is often used in combination with one or more of the Tween products to achieve a desired HLB value. This grade appears as a tan solid, and it has an HLB value of 4.7. Span 60 is primarily used as an emulsifier and solubilizing agent.

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Application

Emulsifier sorbitan monostearate (also known as Span 60) is an ester of sorbitan (a sorbitol derivative) and stearic acid and is sometimes referred to as a synthetic wax. It is primarily used as an emulsifier to keep water and oils mixed. Sorbitan monostearate is used in the manufacture of food and healthcare products, and is a non-ionic surfactant with emulsifying, dispersing, and wetting properties.It is also employed to create synthetic fibers, metal machining fluid, brighteners in the leather industry, as an emulsifier in coatings, in pesticides, and in various applications in the plastics, food and cosmetics industries.