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sorbitan esters are oil soluble surfactants that are used to prepare stable water in oil emulsions. They are also used in combination with higher HLB surfactants, particularly the corresponding sorbitan ester ethoxylates for emulsifying petroleum oils and solvents, vegetable oils, waxes, silicones, and other water insoluble materials.

Chemical Family: Sorbitan Esters

Functions: Emulsifier, Surfactant

Synonyms: E 494, Monodehydrosorbitol monooleate, Oleic acid sorbitan monoester, Sorbitan mono-(9Z)-9-octadecenoate, Sorbitan monooleic acid ester

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Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family
Chemical Name
Fluids & Lubricants Functions
CAS No.
1338-43-8
EC No.
215-665-4

Applications & Uses

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Properties

Physical Form
Appearance
Yellow Viscous Liquid at 20°C
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Color (Gardner)max. 8
Pounds per Gallon8.3
Acid Valuemax. 7
Iodine Value62 – 76
Hydroxyl Value190 – 210
Specific Gravity at 25°C0.99
Saponification Value190 – 210mg KOH/g