Span60 is a highly effective emulsifier designed for water/oil systems, offering outstanding emulsifying, dispersing, and wetting properties. It demonstrates excellent compatibility with various surfactants, making it versatile in diverse formulations. Primarily, it is used as an anti-static agent and softening oiling agent for acrylic fibers, enhancing their quality and performance. Additionally, it finds applications as an emulsifier in a wide range of industries, including food, pharmaceuticals, pesticides, coatings, plastics, and cosmetics, where its unique properties contribute to improved product formulations and functionality.
Parameters
Melting point | 54-57 °C(lit.) |
Boiling point | 464.84°C (rough estimate) |
density | 1.00 |
vapor pressure | <1.4 hPa (20 °C) |
FEMA | 3028 | SORBITAN MONOSTEARATE |
refractive index | 1.4593 (estimate) |
Fp | >230 °F |
storage temp. | Store below +30°C. |
solubility | Practically insoluble, but dispersible in water, slightly soluble in alcohol. |
form | Solid |
pka | 13.63[at 20 ℃] |
color | Cream coloured flakes |
Odor | Slight |
Odor Type | bland |
Water Solubility | Soluble in ethanol (50 mg/ml), isopropanol, mineral oil and vegetable oil. Insoluble in water. |
Merck | 14,8724 |
BRN | 6820761 |
Hydrophilic-Lipophilic Balance (HLB) | 4.7 |
Exposure limits | ACGIH: TWA 10 mg/m3; TWA 3 mg/m3 |
Stability: | Stable. Combustible. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents. |
InChIKey | HVUMOYIDDBPOLL-XGKPLOKHSA-N |
LogP | 7.66 |
CAS DataBase Reference | 1338-41-6(CAS DataBase Reference) |
EPA Substance Registry System | Sorbitan monostearate (1338-41-6) |
Safety Information
Risk Statements | 36/37/38 |
Safety Statements | 24/25 |
WGK Germany | 1 |
RTECS | WG2933500 |
TSCA | Yes |
HS Code | 34021300 |
Hazardous Substances Data | 1338-41-6(Hazardous Substances Data) |
Toxicity | LD50 orally in Rabbit: 15900 mg/kg |
Span 60 is primarily utilized as an emulsifier and stabilizer in various industries such as pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, food, pesticides, coatings, textiles, and plastics. Additionally, it serves as an anti-static agent and softener in the textile industry.
