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Polysorbate 40

Polysorbate 40, also known as polyoxyethylene sorbitan monopalmitate, consists of sorbitol, ethylene oxide, and palmitic acid. It has a molecular formula of C62H122O26. At room temperature, it is in the form of a yellow to orange viscous liquid or pastes at room temperature. Polyoxyethylene 20 sorbitan monopalmitate is an O/W emulsifier with an HLB value of 15.6. It is soluble in water, ethanol, ethyl acetate, and toluene.


molecular formula of polysorbate 40

  • CAS NO.: 9005-66-7

  • E NO.: E434

  • MOLECULAR FORMULA: C62H122O26

  • MOLECULAR WEIGHT: 1284.60


Polysorbate 40 MSDS
polyoxyethylene sorbitan monopalmitate
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Technical Information of Polysorbate 40

According to GB29222-2012, other parameters are available upon request.


Parameters

Unit

Standard value

Acid value

mg KOH/g

≤2.0

Saponification value

mg KOH/g

41~52

Hydroxyl value

mg KOH/g

90~107

Moisture

w/%

≤3.0

Residue on ignition

w/%

≤0.25

Pb

mg/kg

≤2

Oxyethylene

w/%

66.0~70.5



Advantages of Polysorbate 40

  • Polysorbate 40 has numerous applications including, acting as an emulsifier, wetting agent, foaming agents, lubricant, solubilizer, antistatic agent, dispersant and chemical intermediate 

  • Can be used in food, cosmetic, pharmaceutical and industry


Instructions on Use and Storage

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place in tightly sealed packages, away from heat and light

Transportation

Transport as non-dangerous goods

Shelf Life

1 year.

Packaging and Shipment
Packaging

25kg/drum, 220kg/drum and 1000kg/drum (special packaging is available upon request)

Shipment

7-14 days after receiving payment

Port

Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Shanghai, Qingdao, etc.

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