Sorbitan Monopalmitate

Name: Sorbitan Monopalmitate
Brand: Guangdong Huana Chemistry Co., Ltd.

Sorbitan monopalmitate, also known as sorbitan palmitate/SMP, 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. Besides emulsification, 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.

molecular formula of sorbitan monopalmitate

CAS NO.: 26266-57-9
E NO.: E 495
MOLECULAR FORMULA: C₂₂H₄₂O₆
MOLECULAR WEIGHT: 403.56

Sorbitan Monopalmitate MSDS

Technical Information of Sorbitan Monopalmitate

According to GB25552-2010, other parameters are available upon request.

Parameters	Unit	Standard value
Fatty acid	w/%	63~71
Sorbitol	w/%	33~38
Acid value	mgKOH/g	≤7.0
Saponification value	mg KOH/g	140~155
Hydroxyl value	mg KOH/g	270~305
Moisture	w/%	≤1.5
Residue on ignition	w/%	≤0.5
Arsenic	mg/kg	≤3
Pb	mg/kg	≤2

Sorbitan Monopalmitate Use

Acting as emulsifiers and dispersants in the food and cosmetic industry
Soluble in ethanol, ethyl acetate, toluene, and petroleum ether; can be dispersed in hot water and becomes lactescence
You can also find the wide uses of sorbitan monopalmitate in food, cosmetic and industry

Instructions on Use and Storage

Storage

Similar to other sorbitan fatty acid esters produced by Huana, sorbitan monopalmitate should also be stored in cool, dry places, away from heat and light.

Transportation

Transport as non-dangerous goods

Shelf Life

The shelf life of Huana's sorbitan monopalmitate is 1 year.

Packaging and Shipment

Packaging

25kg/bag (special packaging is available upon request)

Shipment

7-14 days after receiving payment

Port

Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Shanghai, Qingdao etc.

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