Sorbitan Monolaurate

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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