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ROKwinol 20 (Polysorbate 20)

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ROKwinol 20 is a non-ionic surfactant based on natural raw material. It is an ethoxylated sorbitan monolaurate derivative named INCI Polysorbate 20. The product is a clear yellow to brown liquid with a freezing point of -5°C. The product contains 99% of the active substance. ROKwinol 20 dissolves well in water and methanol. It has the ability to create an O/W emulsion (oil in water).

Chemical Family: Non-Ionics, Polyethoxylated Sorbitan Ester, Polysorbates, Sorbitan Esters

Functions: Emulsifier, Surfactant, Surfactant (Nonionic)

End Uses: Cutting Oils, Fire-Resistant Hydraulic Oils

Technical Data Sheet

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Identification & Functionality

Chemical Name
Fluids & Lubricants Functions
CAS No.
9005-64-5
EC No.
500-018-3

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ROKwinol 20 is an ethoxylated sorbitan ester containing approximately 20 moles of EO. The product is a non-ionic emulsifier and O/W type co-emulsifier, applied to emulsification of oils, waxes and solvents of cosmetic and industrial formulations.

Properties

Physical Form
Appearance
Clear Liquid at Temperature 20-25°C
Odor
Weak
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Hydroxyl Value96-108mg KOH/g
Density at 25°Capprox. 1.04g/ml
Solubility in waterGood
Solidification Pointapprox. -5°C
Color at 20-25°C (Gardner scale)max. 5
Acid Numbermax. 2mg KOH/g
Saponification number40-50mg KOH/g
Water contentmax. 3%(m/m)
Hydrophilic Lipophilic Balance (HLB)16.7