Polyoxyethylene (4) Sorbitan Monolaurate; TweenŽ 20
This product is a laurate ester of sorbitol and its anhydrides copolymerized with approximately 20 moles of ethylene oxide for each mole of sorbitol and sorbitol anhydrides.
Functional Use in Foods: Emulsifier; Stabilizer
CAS # |
9005-64-5 |
Safety Information |
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Health Hazard |
1 |
Fire Hazard |
1 |
Reactivity |
0 |
Test |
Specification |
Assay (Oxyethylene, Anhydrous Basis) | 70.0-74.0% |
Hydroxyl Value | 96-108 |
Lauric Acid | 15-17 g/100 g |
Saponification Value | 40-50 |
MAXIMUM LIMITS | |
Acid Value | 2 |
1,4-Dioxane | 10 mg/kg |
Lead | 2 mg/kg |
Residue on Ignition | 0.25% |
Water | 3.0% |
UPS limit |
150 lb |
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