Sorbitan Monostearate

Product Details

Sorbitan monostearate, also known as sorbitan stearate/SMS, is synthesized by the esterification of sorbitan with stearic acid. It has a molecular formula of C24H46O6. At room temperature, it is in the form of a pale-yellow to yellow granular solid. It has a sorbitan monostearate HLB value of 4.7. It has extensive uses such as, keeps moisture of yeasts; enhances oil-water dispersion stability; emulsifies and stabilizes in cosmetic, pharmaceutical, feeds, coating, textile formulations. It is commonly used in combination with polysorbate 60.

CAS NO.: 1338-41-6

E NO.: sorbitan monostearate E491

MOLECULAR FORMULA: C24H46O6

MOLECULAR WEIGHT: 430.61

Technical Information of Sorbitan Monostearate

According to GB13481-2011, other parameters are available upon request.

Advantages of sorbitan Monostearate

Versatile application in food formulations (e.g. enhance volume and texture and anti-staling in cakes; act as bloom retardant and flow modifier in chocolate)

Soluble in ethanol, toluene, mineral oil and ethyl acetate at temperatures higher than its melting point

Can be used in food, pharmaceutical, cosmetic, feed and industry

Instructions on Use and Storage

STORAGE

Store in cool, dry place in tightly sealed packages, away from heat and light

TRANSPORTATION

Transport as non-dangerous goods

SHELF LIFE

1 year.

Packaging and Shipment

Packaging

25kg/bag (special packaging is available upon request)

Shipment

7-14 days after receiving payment

Port

Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Shanghai, Qingdao etc.

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