Polyoxyethylene (20) Sorbitan Monostearate; TweenŽ 60
This product is a mixture of stearate and palmitate esters 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 # |
9005-67-8 |
Safety Information |
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Health Hazard |
1 |
Fire Hazard |
1 |
Reactivity |
0 |
Test |
Specification |
Assay (Oxyethylene, Anhydrous Basis) | 65.0-69.5% |
Hydroxyl Value | 81-96 |
Saponification Value | 45-55 |
Stearic and Palmitic Acids | 21.0-26.0 g/100 g |
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 |
Chemical information and descriptions have been provided by Spectrum Chemicals.