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Catalog Number | CI-SC-0344 |
Product Name | Polysorbate 60 |
CAS | 9005-67-8 |
Description | Emulsifying agent consisting of sorbitol, ethylene oxide & stearic acid (polyoxyethylene-60 sorbitan monostearate), stearic acid is derived from vegetable oil, purity > 95%. HLB value: 14.9 (gives oil-in-water emulsions). |
Solubility | Soluble in water & alcohols, insoluble in oils |
Appearance | Yellow-brownish viscous liquid, no or weak odor |
Application | Lotions, creams, hair loss treatments, skin cleansers, makeup products requiring emulsification. |
Storage | Store in a closed container at a dry place at room temperature |
Composition | Polysorbate-60 |
Features And Benefits | Non-ionic, multi-purpose emulsifier (enables water and oil to mix)Emulsifying efficacy is increased when combined with cetyl alcohol or sorbitan stearateActs as dispersing agent and anti-static thickenerVery useful as solubilizer and stabilizer of essential oils |
GMO | GMO-free |
HS Code | 3402130000 |
INCI | Polysorbate-60 |
Manufacture | Polysorbate 60 is obtained by esterification of sorbitol with one or three molecules of a fatty acid including stearic, lauric, oleic, and palmitic acid. |
Preservation | Preservative-free |
Purity Grade | No purity grade applicable |
Raw Material Source | Sorbitol, vegetable oils |
Uses | Warm to melt before use. Typical use level is 1 - 10%. For external use only. |