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Ivanhoe Industries Inc. T-I 20K

T-I 20K is a Polysorbate 20 and they are high HLB non-ionic surfactants made via the ethoxylation of sorbitan esters. Polysorbates reduce the surface tension of agricultural sprays.

INCI Name: Polysorbate 20

Ingredient Name: Polysorbate 20

Chemical Name: Sorbitan Monolaurate

CAS Number: 1338-39-2

Functions: Emulsifier, Solubilizer, Stabilizer, Surfactant, Surfactant (Nonionic)

Chemical Family: Polysorbates, Sorbitan Esters

Synonyms: E 493, Lauric acid sorbitan ester, Sorbitan lauric acid monoester, Sorbitan monododecanoate, Sorbitan monolauric acid ester, Tween 28

Technical Data Sheet

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Identification & Functionality

Ingredient Name
Cleaning Ingredients Functions
Food Ingredients Functions
CAS No.
9005-64-5
EC No.
500-018-3

Features & Benefits

CASE Ingredients Features
Food Ingredients Features

Applications & Uses

Application Format
Application Technique
Food & Nutrition Applications
Fragrances & Perfume Applications
Skin Care Applications
Applications and Suggested Usage

T-I 20K is used as an emulsifier and stabilizer in flavor, personal care, and HI&I applications and is especially effective at forming stable emulsions when combined with sorbitan esters such as S-I 20K (sorbitan monolaurate). Applications where T-I 20K may be used include:

  • Solubilizer for flavors and fragrances
  • Emulsifier for creams and lotions
  • Indirect food-contact emulsifier
  • Adhesives manufacturing

Properties

Physical Form
Solubility
Appearance
Clear Yellow Liquid
Soluble in
Water
Insoluble in
Vegetable oils, Mineral oils
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
HLB16.7
HLB Value16.7
Hydroxyl Value96.0 - 108.0mg KOH/g
Saponification Value40.0 - 50.0mg KOH/g
Acid Valuemax. 2.0mg KOH/g
Water Contentmax. 3.0%

Regulatory & Compliance

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type
Packaging
T-I 20K is supplied in 500 lbs. drums.

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life
2 Year
Storage Condition
To ensure product quality, T-I 20K should be stored in sealed containers at temperatures below 90°F (32°C). The shelf life for T-I 20K is two years from the date of manufacture.