Sorbitan Monopalmitate Sorbitan Palmitate C22H42O6 In Cosmetics
Sorbitan Monopalmitate, or Sorbitan Palmitate. C22H42O6. Light yellow granular solid. HLB value 6.7, stabilizer, thickener, lubricant, softener, finishing agent, dispersant.
Sorbitan Monopalmitate
Sorbitan monopalmitate, also known as sorbitan palmitate, 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. Monopalmitate is a W/O emulsifier that has an HLB value of 6.7. 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.
Technical lnformation of Sorbitan Monopalmitate
| Parameters | Unit | Standard Value |
| Fatty acid | w/% | 63-71 |
| Sorbitol | w/% | 33-38 |
| Acid value | mg KOH/g | ≤7.0 |
| Saponification value | mg KOH/g | 140-155 |
| Hydroxyl value | mg KOH/g | 270-305 |
| Moisture | w/% | ≤1.5 |
| Residue on ignition | mg/kg | ≤ 0.5 |
| Arsenic | mg/kg | ≤ 3 |
| Pb | mg/kg | ≤ 2 |
Sorbian Monopalmirate Use
- Acting as emulsifiers and dispersants in the food and cosmetic industry
- Soluble in ethanol,ethyl acetate,toluene,and petroleumether;can be dispersed in hot water and becomes lactescence
- You can also find the wide uses of sorbitan momopalmitare in food,cosmetic and industry
Instructions on Use and Storage
25KG packaging bag.
Storage and transportation
This product is a non flammable and explosive hazardous material. Transport as a general item. Store in a dry, cool, and ventilated place.
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