Polysorbate 85 (Tween 85)
Polysorbate 85 is a non-ionic surfactant derived from sorbitan monooleate. It's a yellowish, viscous liquid widely used for its emulsifying, solubilizing, and stabilizing properties.Product Details |
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Formula: |
C62H114O10 |
CAS Number: |
9005-70-3 |
Also Known As: |
Polyoxyethylene sorbitan trioleate; Alkest TW 85; Tween 85 |
Structure: |
applications:
Polysorbate 85 is particularly useful in formulations requiring a higher HLB surfactant:
- - Emulsifier: Creates stable emulsions between oil and water phases.
- - Solubilizer: Improves the solubility of hydrophobic substances in water-based products.
- - Stabilizer: Prevents phase separation in emulsions and suspensions.
- - Detergent: Acts as a surfactant in cleaning products.
- - Food industry: Used as an emulsifier, stabilizer, and wetting agent.
- - Pharmaceuticals: Employed as a solubilizer, emulsifier, and stabilizer in drug formulations.
- - Cosmetics: Used in various cosmetic products, including creams, lotions, and shampoos.
Packaging:
Drums
Typical Specifications
Data is representative of average lots;
data taken from specific lots may vary.
Appearance |
Yellowish to yellow-green, viscous liquid |
Boiling Point, °C |
100 |
Density, g/cm3 |
1.02 |
Melting point, °C |
-20 |
Molecular weight, g/mol |
1019.56 |
Odor |
Mild fatty odor |
Purity, % |
99 |
Refractive index, n20/D |
1.473 |
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