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Sorbitan Laurate

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Catalog Number	CI-SC-0205
Product Name	Sorbitan Laurate
CAS	1338-39-2
Structure
Synonyms	Sorbitan, esters, monododecanoate;Sorbitan, monododecanoate;Sorbitan, monolaurate;Sorbitan monolaurate;Anhydrosorbitol monolaurate;Lauric acid sorbitan ester;Span 20
Description	Acts as liquid, non-ionic, lipophilic w/o emulsifier. Saponification value 157-171.
IUPAC Name	[2-[(2R,3R,4S)-3,4-dihydroxyoxolan-2-yl]-2-hydroxyethyl] dodecanoate
Molecular Weight	346.46 g/mol
Molecular Formula	C18H34O6
Canonical SMILES	CCCCCCCCCCCC(=O)OCC([C@@H]1[C@@H]([C@H](CO1)O)O)O
InChI	LWZFANDGMFTDAV-WYDSMHRWSA-N
InChI Key	InChI=1S/C18H34O6/c1-2-3-4-5-6-7-8-9-10-11-16(21)23-13-15(20)18-17(22)14(19)12-24-18/h14-15,17-20,22H,2-13H2,1H3/t14-,15?,17+,18+/m0/s1
Boiling Point	400 °C
Density	1.032 g/mL
Appearance	Amber liquid
Application	Emulsions for skin and hair care products
Storage	Store light-protected at a cool and dry place
HS Code	3402130000
INCI	Sorbitan laurate
Uses	Recommended use level 1-5%. For external use only.

Custom Q&A

What is the chemical formula of Span 20?

The chemical formula of Span 20 is C18H34O6.

What is the molecular weight of Span 20?

The molecular weight of Span 20 is 346.46.

What is the boiling point of Span 20?

The boiling point of Span 20 is approximately 401.18°C.

Is Span 20 soluble in water?

Span 20 is practically insoluble in water, but it is dispersible.

What is the color of Span 20?

Span 20 is a clear amber color.

What is the hydrophilic-lipophilic balance (HLB) of Span 20?

The HLB of Span 20 is 8.6.

What are some common uses of Span 20?

Span 20 is used as a lubricant, emulsifier in cosmetic creams, stabilizer of essential oils, and detergent.

How is Span 20 stored?

Span 20 should be stored below +30°C.

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