Sorbitan Monopalmitate

Sorbitan Monopalmitate

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Sorbitan monopalmitate, also known as sorbitan palmitate/SMP, is synthesized by the esterification of sorbitan with palmitic acid. It has a molecular formula of C22H42O6. At room temperature, it is a light yellow granular solid. Monopalmitate is a W/O emulsifier that has an HLB value of 6.7. Besides emulsification, sorbitan monopalmitate can also act as a stabilizer, thickener for food, pharmaceutical, and cosmetic formulations; and as a lubricant, softener, finishing agent for the textile industry. Also, sorbitan monopalmitate is used as a dispersant for printing ink.

CAS NO.: 26266 57 9
E NO.: E 495
MOLECULAR FORMULA: C22H42O6
MOLECULAR WEIGHT: 403.56

Technical Information of Sorbitan Monopalmitate
According to GB25552-2010, other parameters are available upon request.

Sorbitan Monopalmitate