Sorbitan monopalmitate, also known as sorbitan palmitate/SMP, is synthesized by the esterification of sorbitan with palmitic acid. It has a molecular formula of C22H42O6. At room temperature, it is a light yellow granular solid. Monopalmitate is a W/O emulsifier that has an HLB value of 6.7. Besides emulsification, sorbitan monopalmitate can also act as a stabilizer, thickener for food, pharmaceutical, and cosmetic formulations; and as a lubricant, softener, finishing agent for the textile industry. Also, sorbitan monopalmitate is used as a dispersant for printing ink.

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CAS NO.: 26266 57 9

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E NO.: E 495

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MOLECULAR FORMULA: C22H42O6

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MOLECULAR WEIGHT: 403.56

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Technical Information of Sorbitan Monopalmitate

According to GB25552-2010, other parameters are available upon request.

Sorbitan monopalmitate use

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Acting as emulsifiers and dispersants in the food and cosmetic industry 

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Soluble in ethanol, ethyl acetate, toluene, and petroleum ether; can be dispersed in hot water and becomes lactescence

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You can also find the wide uses of sorbitan monopalmitate in food, cosmetic and industry 

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