Polysorbate 40 (chmical name polyoxyethelene sorbitan monopalmitate) usually be used as an emulsifier, and thickener in foods.

Polysorbate 40 (chmical name polyoxyethelene sorbitan monopalmitate) is a synthetic compound that is produced from ethylene oxide, sorbitol and palmitic acid. It is used as an emulsifier, and thickener in foods.

Technical specification

Parameters	Standard Value
Acid value(mg KOH/g)≤	2.0
Saponification value (mg KOH/g)	41~52
Hydroxyl value (mg KOH/g)	90~107
Moisture(%)<	3.0
Arsenic (%)<	0.0003
Heavy Metal (%)<	0.001

Regulatory InformationCas No.: 9005-66-7E No.:  E434Packaging25kg / plastic drum, 220kg / plastic drum. (Other packages are available upon request.)Storage and transportationStore in cool, dry place in tightly sealed packages, protected from heat and light. It is not a dangerous goods for transportation.Shelf life :1 year

CAS 9005-66-7,Polysorbate 40,Tween 40,Polyoxyethylene sorbitan monopalmitate,Emulsifier,E434