Sorbitan Stearate

Sorbitan Stearate

Item No. EMF-SMST-01
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Description
Description
Emulsifying agent derived from sorbitol and stearic acid. Saponification value 147-157. HLB value 4.7 (gives water-in-oil emulsions).
Benefits
  • Mild all-purpose water-in-oil emulsifier (enables water & oil to mix)
  • Emulsion can be further stabilized when combined with polysorbate 60 or 80
  • Acts as dispersing agent and has thickening properties
Use
Warm to melt before use. Typical use level 1 - 6%. For external use only.
Applications
Lotions, creams, ointments, various makeup products.
CAS
1338-41-6
INCI
Sorbitan monostearate
composition
Sorbitan monostearate
Purity Grade
No purity grade applicable
Appearance
Pale-yellow pellets, odorless
Solubility
Partly soluble in alcohols, insoluble in water & oils
Preservation
Preservative-free
Storage
Store in a closed container at a dry place at room temperature
Country of Origin
USA
Raw Material Source
Sorbitol, stearic acid (from vegetable oils)
Manufacture
Sorbitan stearate is obtained by esterification of sorbitan (a sorbitol derivative) with the fatty acid stearic acid.
Animal Testing
Not animal tested
GMO
GMO-free
Vegan
Does not contain animal-derived components
HS Code
3402130000