Polysorbate 80

Polysorbate 80 is a viscous, water-soluble yellow liquid and is sometimes referred to as Tween 80. It is a nonionic surfactant and emulsifier derived from polyethoxylated sorbitan and oleic acid, and is often used in foods.

Product Details

Formula:

C64H124O26

CAS Number:

9005-65-6

Also Known As:

Polyoxyethylene (20) sorbitan monooleate; Alkest TW 80; Tween 80

Structure:

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applications:

Polysorbate 80 can be used as an emulsifier in foods, medicines, cosmetics, textiles, agriculture, and occasionally in laboratory identification of bacteria.

Packaging:

Drums

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Typical Specifications

Data is representative of average lots;
data taken from specific lots may vary.

Appearance

Yellow liquid

Boiling Point, °C

>100

Density, g/cm3

1.07

Melting point, °C

-25

Molecular weight, g/mol

1310

Odor

Faint odor

Purity, %

97 min.

Refractive index, n20/D

1.473

We have helped multiple customers, from small end users to large Fortune 500 customers, with their Polysorbate 80 supply requirements and can ship bulk and various packaged products to meet such needs.

Minimum order quantity: 55 gallon drum