BASF
Kolliphor® SML 20
Chemical Name: Sorbitan Monolaurate
Functions: Plasticizer, Surfactant, Solubilizer
CAS Number: 1338-39-2
Dosage Form: Gels, Foams, Suspension
Labeling Claims: Halal, Kosher
Certifications & Compliance: Halal, European Pharmacopeia (Ph. Eur.), RSPO Certified Sustainable Palm Oil
Synonyms: E 493, Lauric acid sorbitan ester, Sorbitan lauric acid monoester, Sorbitan monododecanoate, Sorbitan monolauric acid ester, Tween 28
Kolliphor® SML 20 is a versatile ingredient perfect for various applications. In skincare, it is employed to create a lightweight, fast-spreading cream for achieving even skin coverage. Additionally, Kolliphor® SML 20 serves as a non-ionic surfactant and emulsifier. It can also function as a plasticizer for tablet coatings in pharmaceutical formulations.