Sorbitan Monooleate

Sorbitan monooleate, also known as sorbitan oleate/SMO, is synthesized by the esterification of sorbitan with oleic acid. It has a molecular formula of C24H44O6. At room temperature, it is in the form of amber to brown thick oily liquid. Sorbitan monooleate is a W/O emulsifier with an sorbitan monooleate HLB value of 4.3. Our sorbitan monooleate is one of the most popular surfactants as it has various functions in the formulations of food, pharmaceutical, cosmetics, textile, metal processing, etc. Sorbitan monooleate is commonly used in combination with polysorbate 80.

CAS NO.:1338-43-8

E NO.: E494

MOLECULAR FORMULA: C24H44O6

Sorbitan Monooleate Molecular Weight: 428.59
Technical Information of Sorbitan Monooleate
According to GB13482-2011, other parameters are available upon request.

Parameters Unit Standard value
Fatty acid w/% 73~77
Sorbitol w/% 28~32
Acid value mg KOH/g ≤8.0
Saponification value mg KOH/g 145~160
Hydroxyl value mg KOH/g 193~210
Moisture w/% ≤2.0
Arsenic mg/kg ≤3
Pb mg/kg ≤2


Advantages of Sorbitan Monooleate

Soluble in ethanol, ethyl acetate, petroleum ether, and toluene. It is insoluble in water but can disperse in hot water

Its properties include emulsification, stabilization, lubrication, thickening and more

Our sorbitan monooleate can be applied to various products, including,

in cosmetics, face-cream, sunscreen, nail polish, fragrance;

personal care, toothpaste,soap, detergents;

food, sauce, jam, chocolate, butter, vegetable protein products;

industrial, paint, dye, adhesive, etc.

Can be used in food, pharmaceutical, cosmetic, feed 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, 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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