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SPAN 20

Product Name:SPAN 20

INCI Name:Sorbitan Laurate

CAS#:1338-39-2

Molecular Formula:C18H34O6

Molecular Structure:

 
Property:Amber to brown oily liquid. non-toxic,odorless. soluble in many fatty 
compositions and solvents.but insoluble in water, HLB Value:8.6.

Technical Parameters:

Appearance                            

Yellow Viscous Liquid

Fatty Acid

56%~68%

Sorbitol

36%~49%

Acid Value

7.0 mg KOH/g max.

Saponification Value

155~170 mg KOH/g

Hydroxyl Value

330~360 mg KOH/g

Water

1.5% max.

Residue on Ignition

0.5% max.

Arsenic

3mg/kg max.

Lead

2mg/kg max.

Applications: Acts as a co-emulsifier in oil/water emulsions, suitable for skin care and color cosmetics. Also used in sun care products, hair care, lip care, eye care, specific skin care treatments, sun protection, after-sun, deodorants,antiperspirants and baby Care.As oil/water emulsifier,wetter agent and lubricant it’s also widely used in pharmaceutical,textile and other industries.

 

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