Sorbitan monopalmitate

Synonym(s):Span 40

CAS NO.：26266-57-9
Empirical Formula: C22H42O6
Molecular Weight: 402.57
MDL number: MFCD00080946
EINECS: 247-568-8
SAFETY DATA SHEET (SDS)
Update Date: 2024-07-02 14:09:54

What is Sorbitan monopalmitate?

Chemical properties

Beads

The Uses of Sorbitan monopalmitate

Sorbitan monopalmitate is a nonionic, mid-range HLB surfactant suggested for use as a w/o or an o/w emulsifier for cosmetic formulations, household products and textile chemicals.

The Uses of Sorbitan monopalmitate

sorbitan palmitate is an emulsifier with moisture-binding abilities. It also serves as a solubilizer of essential oils in water. It is derived from sorbitol.

Definition

ChEBI: Sorbitan monopalmitate is a fatty acid ester.

Flammability and Explosibility

Non flammable

Properties of Sorbitan monopalmitate

Melting point:	46-47 °C(lit.)
Boiling point:	444.68°C (rough estimate)
Density	1.0412 (rough estimate)
refractive index	1.4593 (estimate)
Flash point:	>230 °F
storage temp.	Inert atmosphere,Room Temperature
solubility	Practically insoluble in water, soluble in fatty oils, slightly soluble in alcohol.
form	Solid
color	White flakes
Water Solubility	Insoluble in water
Hydrophilic-Lipophilic Balance (HLB)	6.7
CAS DataBase Reference	26266-57-9(CAS DataBase Reference)
EPA Substance Registry System	Sorbitan monopalmitate (26266-57-9)

Safety information for Sorbitan monopalmitate

Signal word	Warning
Pictogram(s)	Exclamation Mark Irritant GHS07
GHS Hazard Statements	H315:Skin corrosion/irritation H320:Serious eye damage/eye irritation
Precautionary Statement Codes	P264:Wash hands thoroughly after handling. P264:Wash skin thouroughly after handling. P280:Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.