Product Description
Sorbitan monostearate, also known as Span 60TM, is an ester of sorbitan (a sorbitol derivative) and stearic acid and is sometimes referred to as a synthetic wax. It is primarily used as an emulsifier to keep water and oils mixed. Sorbitan monostearate is a non-ionic surfactant with emulsifying, dispersing, and wetting properties.
Categories | Lipids |
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Filter | Glycolipid |
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CAS Number | 1338-41-6 |
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Molecular Formula | C24H46O6 |
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Molecular Weight (g/mol) | 430.62 |
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Purity | >95% |
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Storage | Room temperature |
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