Polysorbate 60

Polysorbate 60

Item No. EMF-PS60-01
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Description
Description
Emulsifying agent consisting of sorbitol, ethylene oxide & stearic acid (polyoxyethylene-60 sorbitan monostearate), stearic acid is derived from vegetable oil, purity > 95%. HLB value: 14.9 (gives oil-in-water emulsions).
Benefits
  • Non-ionic, multi-purpose emulsifier (enables water and oil to mix)
  • Emulsifying efficacy is increased when combined with cetyl alcohol or sorbitan stearate
  • Acts as dispersing agent and anti-static thickener
  • Very useful as solubilizer and stabilizer of essential oils
Use
Warm to melt before use. Typical use level is 1 - 10%. For external use only.
Applications
Lotions, creams, hair loss treatments, skin cleansers, makeup products requiring emulsification.
CAS
9005-67-8
INCI
Polysorbate-60
composition
Polysorbate-60
Purity Grade
No purity grade applicable
Appearance
Yellow-brownish viscous liquid, no or weak odor
Solubility
Soluble in water & alcohols, insoluble in oils
Preservation
Preservative-free
Storage
Store in a closed container at a dry place at room temperature
Country of Origin
USA
Raw Material Source
Sorbitol, vegetable oils
Manufacture
Polysorbate 60 is obtained by esterification of sorbitol with one or three molecules of a fatty acid including stearic, lauric, oleic, and palmitic acid.
Animal Testing
Not animal tested
GMO
GMO-free
Vegan
Does not contain animal-derived components
HS Code
3402130000
Proposition 65
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including ethylene oxide and 1,4-dioxane, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer or reproductive toxicity. For more information, go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov