Sorbitan monolaurate, also known as sorbitan laurate/SML, is synthesized by the esterification of sorbitan with lauric acid. It has a molecular formula of C18H34O6. At room temperature, it is a yellow to amber viscous liquid or soft paste. It has an HLB value of 8.6, it is a W/O emulsifier. It acts as an emulsifier in pharmaceutical and cosmetics formulations, and it not only acts as an emulsifier but also as a wetting agent in the textile industry.

 

CAS NO.: 1338 39 2

 

E NO.: e 493

 

MOLECULAR FORMULA: C18H34O6

 

MOLECULAR WEIGHT: 346.45

Technical Information of Sorbitan Monolaurate

According to GB25551-2010, other parameters are available upon request.

 

Parameters	Unit	Standard value
Fatty acid	w/%	56~68
Sorbitol	w/%	36~49
Acid value	mgKOH/g	≤7.0
Saponification value	mg KOH/g	155~170
Hydroxyl value	mg KOH/g	330~360
Moisture	w/%	≤1.5
Residue on ignition	w/%	≤0.5
Arsenic	mg/kg	≤3
Pb	mg/kg	≤2

 

 

Advantages of Sorbitan Monolaurate

 

Good emulsifying, stabilizing, lubricating and dispersing properties

 

Lipophilic property

 

Suitable for use in isopropanol, mineral oil, liquid paraffin base formulation

 

 

Can be used in food, pharmaceutical, feed and industry 

 

Instructions on Use and Storage

STORAGE

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

TRANSPORTATION

Transport as non-dangerous goods

SHELF LIFE

1 year.

Package and Shipment

Packaging

25kg/drum, 200kg/drum and 900kg/drum (special packaging is available upon request)

Shipment

7-14 days after receiving payment

Port

Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Shanghai, Qingdao etc.

 

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