Span 60

Product Name

Span 60

Cat.No.

PE-0042

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Category

Emulsifier Excipients

Molecular Formula

C24H46O6

Molecular Weight

430.618

Appearance

Cream color flake

Description

Sorbitan monostearate is an ester of sorbitan (a sorbitol derivative) and stearic acid and is sometimes referred to as a synthetic wax. It is primarily used as an emulsifier to keep water and oils mixed. Sorbitan monostearate is used in the manufacture of food and healthcare products and is a non-ionic surfactant with emulsifying, dispersing, and wetting properties. It is also employed to create synthetic fibers, metal machining fluid, and brighteners in the leather industry, and as an emulsifier in coatings, pesticides, and various applications in the plastics, food and cosmetics industries.

CAS Number

1338-41-6

Synonym(s)

Span(rg 60;Lonzest(R) SMS;ARLACEL 60;SPAN(R) 60;(Sorbitan Monostearate)

Storage

Store in a dry, cool and well-ventilated place, away from direct sunlight. Keep containers closed when not in use.

Boiling Point

579ºC at 760 mmHg

Melting Point

54-57ºC

Density

1.056 g/cm3

EC Number

215-664-9

Flash Point

>110ºC

MDL number

MFCD00005366

Refractive Index

1.496

Stability

Stable. Combustible. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents.

Safety Statements

S24/25

RTECS

WG2933500

HS Code

34021300

Risk Statements

R36/37/38

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