Sorbitan Monooleate
- HS Code: 3402.13.00
- CAS NO. : 1338-43-8
- General Description
- Chemical Properties
- Technical Specification
- Applications
- Compliance and Certifications
- Packaging Details
- Key Features/Benefits
- Storage and Handling
General Description
Sorbitan Monooleate is a non-ionic surfactant and emulsifying agent derived from sorbitol and oleic acid. It is primarily used as a water-in-oil emulsifier, dispersing agent, and stabilizer in formulations where controlled emulsification and long-term stability are required.
Due to its low HLB value, Sorbitan Monooleate is especially effective in oil-rich systems and lipid-based formulations. Its non-ionic nature ensures compatibility across a wide pH range and resistance to electrolytes, making it suitable for use in complex and sensitive formulations.
Sorbitan Monooleate is widely applied across personal care, pharmaceutical, food, and industrial sectors, where consistent performance, formulation flexibility, and regulatory compliance are critical.
Chemical Properties
• Physical State: Amber liquid;
• Solubilty: Insoluble in water
• Molecular Weight: ~430 g/mol
• Chemical Nature: Non-ionic surfactant
• HLB Value: ~4.3
Technical Specification
• Acid Value: Max 8;
• Saponification Value: 140–160 mg KOH/g
Applications
Personal Care and Cosmetics: Used as a water-in-oil emulsifier in creams, lotions, ointments, sunscreens, makeup, and hair care products to improve emulsion stability and texture.
Pharmaceuticals: Used as an emulsifying and dispersing agent in topical formulations, ointments, and medicated creams.
Food Industry: Used as an emulsifier and stabilizer in bakery products, confectionery, and fat-based food formulations, subject to regulatory limits.
Industrial Applications: Used in lubricants, coatings, textile processing, and agrochemical formulations as a dispersing and stabilizing agent.
Compliance and Certifications
Available for Mining application / Food grade available
Packaging Details
200 kg drums
Key Features/Benefits
•Effective water-in-oil emulsification
•Non-ionic and electrolyte tolerant
•Stable across a wide pH range
•Excellent compatibility with oils and waxes
•Suitable for cosmetic, pharmaceutical, food, and industrial formulations
•Consistent performance and formulation reliability
Storage and Handling
• Store in a cool, dry place away from direct heat and sunlight
• Keep containers tightly closed when not in use
• Avoid prolonged exposure to air and moisture
• Follow standard industrial hygiene and handling practices
