White Yellow Particle Solid Sorbitan Tristearate Stabilizer Blending Agent Emulsifier
Sorbitan Tristearate C60H112O8, HLB value 2.1, white yellow particle solid, stabilizer, blending agent, emulsifierSorbitan Tristearate
Sorbitan tristearate, also known as STS, is synthesized by the esterification of sorbitan with stearic acid. It has a molecular formula of C60H112O8. At room temperature, it is in the form of a white to yellow granular solid. It has an HLB value of 2.1, which is fairly lipophilic. As a food additive, sorbitan tristearate can reduce the turbidity of vegetable oil containing high saturated fatty acids. It can also improve the fat crystal structure and stability in chocolate and margarine. in addition, it acts as an emulsifier in the cosmetic industry and as a lubricant in the textile industry.
Technical lnformation of Sorbitan Tristearate
| Parameters | Unit | Standard Value |
| Fatty acid | w/% | 85-92 |
| Sorbitol | w/% | 14-21 |
| Acid value | mgkoH/g | ≤15 |
| Saponification value | mgkoH/g | 176-188 |
| Hydroxyl value | mgkH/g | 66-80 |
| Moisture | w/% | ≤1.5 |
| Pd | mg/kg | ≤2 |
Advantages of Sorbitan Tristearate
- Wide range of applications;very useful as emulsifiers in food formulation and has multiple functions as food additives
- The sorbitan tristearate can disperse in inpetroleumether, mineral oil, and vegetable oil
- You can spot the existence this sorbitan fatty acid ester in the food,cosmetics,and textile industries.
Instructions on Use and Storage
25KG three in one paper bag packaging.
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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