Polysorbates are non-ionic surfactants derived from polyethoxylated sorbitan esters. They are widely used in various industries due to their excellent emulsification, solubilization, and wetting properties.
Chemical Information
CAS Numbers:
- Polysorbate 20: 90493-00-6
- Polysorbate 40: 9005-67-8
- Polysorbate 60: 9005-67-8
- Polysorbate 80: 9005-65-6
HSN Code:
- Polysorbate 20: 34024900
- Polysorbate 40: 34024900
- Polysorbate 60: 34021300
- Polysorbate 80: 34021900
Molecular Formula:
- Polysorbate 20: C58H114O26
- Polysorbate 40: C63H124O26
- Polysorbate 60: C69H134O26
- Polysorbate 80: C73H144O26
Molecular Weight:
- Polysorbate 20: 1227.69 g/mol
- Polysorbate 40: 1444.99 g/mol
- Polysorbate 60: 1662.29 g/mol
- Polysorbate 80: 1879.59 g/mol
Properties
Appearance: Yellow to amber liquid
Color: Gardner Color < 7
Solubility: Soluble in water and organic solvents
pH: Neutral (7-9)
Biodegradable
Specifications
Active content: 99%
pH: 7-9
Viscosity: 200-500 mPa.s
Cloud point: 20-60°C
Pour point: -10°C
Applications
Pharmaceuticals (emulsifier, solubilizer)
Cosmetics (emulsifier, moisturizer)
Food (emulsifier, stabilizer)
Beverages (emulsifier, stabilizer)
Agricultural chemicals (emulsifier, wetter)
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