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T-Det® PSML 20 is a nonionic surfactant with multiple applications in various industries. It functions as a wetting agent in the elastomer industry for rubber balers. In yeast and sugars, it functions as an emulsifier, dough improver, crystallization retarder, solubilizer, stabilizer, flavor dispersant, wetting agent, fruit or vegetable coating, and defoamer.

Ingredient Name: Polysorbate 20

Functions: Defoamer, Dispersant, Emulsifier, Food Coating, Stabilizer, Surfactant, Wetting Agent

Technical Data Sheet

Knowde Enhanced TDS

Identification & Functionality

Ingredient Name
Plastics & Elastomers Functions

Features & Benefits

Applications & Uses

Food & Nutrition Applications

Properties

Physical Form
Appearance
Pale yellow to amber colored liquid (at 30°C)
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
HLB Value16.7
Colormax. 7Gardner
Acid Valuemax. 2mg KOH/g
Saponification Value40 - 50mg KOH/g
Hydroxyl Number96 - 108mg KOH/g
Water Contentmax. 3wt%Karl Fischer
pH (5% Aqueous)5 - 7

Regulatory & Compliance

Chemical Inventories
Regulatory Information

According to the experience we have gained over many years and other information they do not exert any harmful effect on health, provided they are used properly.

Storage & Handling

Storage, Stability and Handling Information
  • Store in a cool, well-ventilated place, out of direct sunlight.
  • Keep container tightly closed.
  • Store locked up.
  • Store away from incompatible materials.