What is polysorbate 85? Polysorbate 85 is also known as polyoxyethylene 20 sorbitan trioleate, consists of sorbitol, ethylene oxide, and oleic acid. It has a molecular formula of C100H188O28. At room temperature, it is in the form of a pale-yellow to orange oily liquid. It is an O/W emulsifier with an HLB value of 11.0. It is soluble in ethanol, ethyl acetate, and acetone; it is also soluble in most mineral and vegetable oil. And it can disperse in water. In crude oil production, polysorbate 85 acts as an emulsifier, paraffin inhibitor.
CAS NO.: 9005 70 3
MOLECULAR FORMULA: C100H188O28
According to Q/GDRH 016-2020, other parameters are available upon request.
ParametersUnit | Unit | Standard value |
Acid value | mg KOH/g | ≤2.0 |
Saponification value | mg KOH/g | 83~98 |
Hydroxyl value | mg KOH/g | 40~60 |
Moisture | w/% | ≤3.0 |
Advantages of Polysorbate 85
Our polysorbate 85 is used an emulsifier, foaming agent, lubricant, solubilizer, antistatic agent, a dispersing agent in industrial product formulations
Can be used in industry
Instructions on Use and Storage
Store in a cool, dry place in tightly sealed packages, away from heat and light
Transport as non-dangerous goods
1 year.
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