ALKEST® SP 80
ALKEST SP 80 is a nonionic surfactant and emulsifier based on sorbitan mono-oleate. It is a lipophilic emulsifier with low HLB value, widely used as a water-in-oil (W/O) emulsifier, dispersant and stabilizer.
- Synonyms
- Span 80, Anhydrosorbitol mono-oleate
- Chemical Formula
- C24H44O6
- CAS Number
- 1338-43-8
- INCI name(s)
- Sorbitan Oleate
Characteristics
- Molar Weight
- 346.5 g/mol
- Melting Point
- 55–60 °C
- Boiling Point
- > 200 °C
- Flash Point
- 230 °C
- Density
- 1.06 g/cm³
- Forms
- Liquid, Viscous
Uses and applications
Key applications
- Solubilizer
- Skin care products
- Surfactant
- Emulsifying agent