Polysorbate 80, also known as polyoxyethylene sorbitan monooleate or Tween 80, is an yellow-colored, viscous liquid with a slightly bitter taste. It is used primarily as an emulsifier in food products, cosmetics, vitamins, medicines, and vaccines. The product is a derivative of sorbitol and oleic acid, and is manufactured worldwide.
Technical specification:
Parameters | Standard Value |
Acid value(mg KOH/g)≤ | 2.0 |
Saponification value(mg KOH/g) | 45~55 |
Hydroxyl value (mg KOH/g) | 65~80 |
Moisture ( w/% ) ≤ | 3.0 |
residue on ignition ( w/% ) ≤ | 0.25 |
Arsenic (mg/kg)≤ | 3 |
Pb (mg/kg)≤ | 2 |
Oxyethylene | 65.0~69.5 |
Regulatory InformationCas No.: 9005-65-6E No.: E433Packaging25kg / 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
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