Polysorbate 20

Polysorbate 20

Item No. EMF-PS20-01
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Description
Description
Emulsifying agent consisting of laurate esters of sorbitol consisting of the monoester condensed with ethylene oxide (polyoxyethylene-20 sorbitan monostearate). HLB Value: 16-17 (gives oil-in-water emulsions).
Benefits
  • Non-ionic emulsifier (enables water and oil to mix)
  • Emulsifying efficacy is increased further when combined with cetyl alcohol or sorbitan stearate
  • Acts as dispersing agent and anti-static thickener
  • Very useful as solubilizer and stabilizer of essential oils.
Use
Can be added to formulas as is. Typical use level 2 - 10%. For external use only.
Applications
Creams, salves, ointments, balms, pomades, lipsticks, mascaras, glosses.
CAS
9005-64-5
INCI
Polysorbate-20
composition
Polysorbate-20
Purity Grade
No purity grade applicable
Appearance
Yellow liquid, no or weak odor
pH Value
pH range: 5-7 (5 - 10 % aqueous solution)
Solubility
Water-soluble
Preservation
Preservative-free
Storage
Store in a closed container at a dry place at room temperature
Country of Origin
USA
Raw Material Source
Sorbitol, vegetable oils
Manufacture
Polysorbate 20 is obtained by esterification of sorbitol with one or three molecules of a fatty acid including stearic, lauric, oleic, and palmitic acid.
Animal Testing
Not animal tested
GMO
No data available
Vegan
Does not contain animal-derived components
HS Code
3402130000
Proposition 65
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including ethylene oxide and 1,4-dioxane, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer or reproductive toxicity. For more information, go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov