Span 20
Synonym(s):Sorbitan laurate;Sorbitan monolaurate;Sorbitan monolaurate, Sorbitan monododecanoate;Span 20
- CAS NO.:1338-39-2
- Empirical Formula: C18H34O6
- Molecular Weight: 346.46
- MDL number: MFCD00005365
- EINECS: 215-663-3
- SAFETY DATA SHEET (SDS)
- Update Date: 2024-12-18 14:08:57
What is Span 20?
Chemical properties
Brownish-yellow, viscous liquid.
The Uses of Span 20
Span 20 has been used in a study to assess enhanced solubility and oral bioavailability of itraconazole. It has also been used in a study to investigate the oxidation of unsaturated lipids in oil-in-water emulsions.
The Uses of Span 20
Lonzest(R) SML is used as a lubricant and as an emulsifier.
The Uses of Span 20
sorbitan laurate is an emulsifier in cosmetic creams and lotions as well as a stabilizer of essential oils in water.
The Uses of Span 20
Sorbitan Monolaurate is a detergent and monoester of lauric acid and hexitol anhydrides derived from sorbitol.
What are the applications of Application
Sorbitan monolaurate is a detergent and monoester of lauric acid and hexitol anhydrides derived from sorbitol
brand name
Span 20 (ICI Americas).
General Description
Span 20 is a co-surfactant.
Safety Profile
Slightly toxic by ingestion. Questionable carcinogen with experimental neoplastigenic data. When heated to decomposition it emits acrid smoke and irritating fumes.
Properties of Span 20
Boiling point: | 401.18°C (rough estimate) |
Density | 1.032 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.) |
vapor pressure | <1.3 hPa (20 °C) |
refractive index | n |
Flash point: | >230 °F |
storage temp. | Store below +30°C. |
solubility | Practically insoluble, but dispersible in water, miscible with alcohol. |
form | Liquid |
color | Clear amber colour |
Specific Gravity | 1.032 |
Water Solubility | Soluble in 2-ethoxyethanol, ethanol and methanol. Not miscible or difficult to mix in water. |
Merck | 14,8724 |
Hydrophilic-Lipophilic Balance (HLB) | 8.6 |
CAS DataBase Reference | 1338-39-2(CAS DataBase Reference) |
EPA Substance Registry System | Sorbitan monolaurate (1338-39-2) |
Safety information for Span 20
Computed Descriptors for Span 20
Span 20 manufacturer
HRV Global Life Sciences
Spak Orgochem Pvt Ltd
Esteem Industries Pvt. Ltd.
Mohini Organics Pvt Ltd
World Chem Industries
Spell Organics Limited
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