Imwitor® 960 K

Imwitor® 960 K is a partly anionic classic self-emulsifying emulsifier for O/W emulsions with an estimated HLB of 9 – 12. It is 100% natural, vegan, available in RSPO MB certified quality and produced exclusively in Germany. Imwitor® 960 K is a white to light yellowish solid, waxy mass (flakes) with a mild, faint odour. The product has a high storage stability as it has no unsaturated components.

Synonyms
Glyceryl Monostearate, Octadecanoic acid, reaction products with 1,2,3-propanetriol (1:1), neutralized
Chemical Formula
C21H42O4
CAS Number
85251-77-0
INCI name(s)
Glyceryl Stearate SE

Characteristics

Molar Weight
328,48 g/mol
Melting Point
56 – 61
Flash Point
> 200 °C
Density
1,0 g/cm³
Forms
Light yellow, White, Flakes, Wax(y), Solid

Uses and applications

Key applications

  • Pharmaceuticals
  • Skin care products
  • Cosmetic products
  • Beauty products
  • Emulsifying agent