ALKEST® TW 80 USP
ALKEST® TW 80 USP is a nonionic surfactant based on polysorbate 80, which is a polyoxyethylene sorbitan monooleate. It is a widely used hydrophilic emulsifier and solubilizer with a high HLB value, making it ideal for stabilizing oil-in-water (O/W) emulsions.
- Synonyms
- Tween 80, Polyoxyethylene (20) sorbitan monooleate, PEG-20 Sorbitan Monooleate
- Chemical Formula
- C64H124O26
- CAS Number
- 9005-65-6
- INCI name(s)
- Polysorbate-80
Characteristics
- Molar Weight
- 1,310 g/mol
- Melting Point
- <20 °C
- Flash Point
- 200 °C
- Density
- 1.06 g/cm³
- Forms
- Liquid, Viscous
Uses and applications
Key applications
- Hair care
- Food and Nutrition
- Solubilizer
- Skin care products
- Surfactant
- Paint and Coatings
- Emulsifying agent