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Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) has a faint, characteristic odor and a warm, somewhat bitter taste.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) is a hydrophilic nonionic surfactant generally used as emulsifiers, dispersing agent and solubilizer.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) is a polysorbate-type nonionic surfactant formed by the ethoxylation of sorbitan monolaurate.
CAS Number: 9005-64-5
Molecular Formula: C26H50O10
Molecular Weight: 522.6692
EINECS Number: 500-018-3
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO), 9005-64-5, 2-[2-[3,4-bis(2-hydroxyethoxy)oxolan-2-yl]-2-(2-hydroxyethoxy)ethoxy]ethyl dodecanoate, 1052273-76-3, 9005-66-7
Sorbimacrogol laurate 300, 2-{2-[3,4-bis(2-hydroxyethoxy)oxolan-2-yl]-2-(2-hydroxyethoxy)ethoxy}ethyl dodecanoate, 2-(2-(3,4-Bis(2-hydroxyethoxy)tetrahydrofuran-2-yl)-2-(2-hydroxyethoxy)ethoxy)ethyl dodecanoate, 2-[2-[3,4-bis(2-hydroxyethoxy)tetrahydrofuran-2-yl]-2-(2-hydroxyethoxy)ethoxy]ethyl dodecanoate
Alkest TW 20, Tween(R) 20, tween (R) 20, Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) (TN), Tween 40 (TN), Tween 60 (TN)
SCHEMBL118527, POE (6) sorbitol monolaurate, POE(20) sorbitan monolaurate, CHEMBL371631, POE (20) sorbitan monolaurate
DTXSID60922815, HMFKFHLTUCJZJO-UHFFFAOYSA-N, MFCD00165986, E432, NS00013950
D05565, D05566, D05567, 2-(2-(3,4-bis(2-hydroxyethoxy)tetrahydrofuran-2-yl)-2-(2-hydroxyethoxy)ethoxy)ethyldodecanoate
2-{2-[3,4-Bis(2-hydroxyethoxy)tetrahydro-2-furanyl]-2-(2-hydroxyethoxy)ethoxy}ethyl dodecanoate
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO), whose common commercial names includes Alkest TW 20 and Polysorbate 20, is a mild nonionic surfactant formed by the ethoxylation of sorbitan before the addition of lauric acid which is a medium-chain fatty acid found mainly in coconut oil.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) is allowed to be used as the emulsifier, detergent, dispersant, solvent and stabilizer, etc. in a number of fields such as pharmaceutical, chemical, food, textile and other industries due to its stability and relative non-toxicity.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) is widely applied in biological techniques and sciences, which can be added to buffers and reagents for immunohistochemistry, such as Western blots and ELISAs, helping to prevent non-specific antibody binding, decrease background staining and enhance reagent spreading.
Besides, Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) also has applications in food production as a common food grade additive which are found in many consumables on the market today.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) can also be used as a wetting agent in flavored mouth drops such as Ice Drops, in oral or non-gastrointestinal suspensions and in rubber balers in the elastomer industry.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) is a mixture of laurate partial esters of sorbitol and sorbitol anhydrides condensed with approximately 20 mole of ethylene oxide (C2H4O) for each mole of sorbitol and its mono- and dianhydrides.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) is stability and relative nontoxicity allows it to be used as a detergent and emulsifier in a number of domestic, scientific, and pharmacological applications.
As the name implies, the ethoxylation process leaves the molecule with 20 repeat units of polyethylene glycol; in practice these are distributed across 4 different chains, leading to a commercial product containing a range of chemical species.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) is used as a wetting agent in flavored mouth drops such as Ice Drops, helping to provide a spreading feeling to other ingredients like SD alcohol and mint flavor.
The World Health Organization has suggested acceptable daily intake limits of 0–25 mg of polyoxyethylene sorbitan esters per kg body weight.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) is the abbreviation of “polyoxyethylene (20) sorbitan monolaurate”. As a nonionic surfactant and emulsifier, polysorbate 20 is applied to products in the cosmetics and food industries.
When used in food, Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) is commonly used as an indirect additive instead of a direct additive.
In biological techniques and sciences, Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) has a broad range of applications.
For example, it is used: as a washing agent in immunoassays, such as Western blots and ELISAs.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) helps to prevent non-specific antibody binding.
In this major application, Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) is dissolved in Tris-buffered saline or phosphate buffered saline at dilutions of 0.05% to 0.5% v/v.
These buffers are used for washes between each immunoreaction, to remove unbound immunologicals, and eventually for incubating solutions of immunoreagents (labeled antibodies) to reduce nonspecific background.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO), is a nonionic surfactant that belongs to the Polysorbate family.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) is synthesized by the ethoxylation of sorbitan monolaurate, which is derived from the esterification of sorbitol with lauric acid.
The "20" in its name refers to the average number of ethylene oxide units in the molecule.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) is a polysorbate-type nonionic surfactant formed by the ethoxylation of sorbitan before the addition of lauric acid.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) is stability and relative nontoxicity allows it to be used as a detergent and emulsifier in a number of domestic, scientific, and pharmacological
applications.
As the name implies the ethoxylation process leaves the molecule with 20 repeat units of polyethylene glycol; in practice these are distributed across 4 different chains, leading to a commercial product containing a range of chemical species.
In biological techniques and sciences, Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) has a broad range of applications.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) is used as an excipient in pharmaceutical applications to stabilize emulsions and suspensions.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) is used by philatelists to remove stamps from envelopes and to remove residues from stamps, without harming the stamp itself.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) is also used as wetting agent in rubber balers in the elastomer industry.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) has been used as a shape directing agent to synthesize spheroidal magnetite nanoassemblies
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) is an oily, yellow, clear or slightly opalescent liquid with a faint odor.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) is used as a non-ionic, hydrophilic emulsifier and/or solubilizer for pharmaceutical preparations (creams and ointments).
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) is typically used as an emulsifying agent for the preparation of stable oil-in-water emulsions, particularly in pharmaceutical applications.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) has been used in pre-extraction of membranes to remove peripheral proteins.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) has been used as a blocking agent on nitrocellulose.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO)s are derived from ethoxylated sorbitan (a derivative of sorbitol) esterified with fatty acids and exist as oily liquids.
These Polysorbates belong to the class of emulsifiers used in pharmaceuticals and food preparations (salad dressing, ice cream, chocolates, baked goods and confectionery).
They are used in cosmetics to solubilize essential oils into water-based products, pharmaceuticals, detergents, paints, and plastic applications.
These Polysorbates surfactants consist primarily of oleic, stearic or lauric fatty acid esters with sorbitol-derived cyclic ethers (sorbitans and sorbides) and further polymerized with approximately 20 molecules of oxirane per molecule of Polysorbates.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) or Polysorbate 60 or Tween 60, is an synthetic ingredient made from reaction of sorbitol, stearic acid (C18) and ethylene oxide.
Due to this structure, Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) forms an approximate hydrophilic-lipophilic balance of 14.9.
The primary use of Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) as an emulsifier in food (number E435) and as a solubilizer & surfactant in cosmetics is well known
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) is a synthetic multi-ingredient that can be used as a surfactant, emulsifier, solubilizer, stabilizer in food, cosmetics and personal care products.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) helps water-based and oil-based ingredients blend easily and prevent their separation in food.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) and 80 are mostly used in food among the category of Polysorbates, but the latter is used more than polysorbate 60 in food.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) and 80 are the most commonly used in bakery food production.
They help to extend shelf life, improve the strength and increase volume of baked goods and frozen desserts.
As a high Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO), its food grade can be blended with a low HLB emulsifier (e.g. sorbitan stearate, mono and diglycerides) to provide a suitable HLB value for the various food uses, either oil in water, or water in oil emulsion.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) is general purpose in cosmetics is to mix water and oil together.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) functions as a surfactant, emulsifier, solubilizer and dispersing agent.
Some of its applications as follows: Help wash away body dirt by lowering the surface tension on the skin when used in shampoos and body washes.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) heps distribute essential oils, fragrances and colorants evenly in water for Lotions, Creams, Hair products, Skin care products and Makeup products.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO)s are a class of emulsifiers used in some pharmaceuticals and food preparation.
They are commonly used in oral and topical pharmaceutical dosage forms.
They are also often used in cosmetics to solubilize essential oils into water-based products.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO)s are oily liquids derived from ethoxylated sorbitan (a derivative of sorbitol) esterified with fatty acids.
Common brand names for polysorbates include Kolliphor, Scattics, Alkest, Canarcel, Tween, and Kotilen.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) is a general-purpose hydrophilic, non-ionic surfactant.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO)s are used in a variety of products including skin fresheners, skin care products, skin cleansing products, make-up foundations and bases, shampoos, permanent waves and fragrance powders. Polysorbate ingredients help other ingredients dissolve in a solvent in which they would not normally dissolve.
They also help to form emulsions by reducing the surface tension of emulsified materials.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) have high hydrophilic-lipophilic balance (HLB) values, indicating that they will work by dispersing the oil in the water rather than the water in the oil.
Many emulsifiers have HLB values ranging from 1.8 to 18.6 and polysorbates from 9.6 to 16.7.
Due to their non-ionic nature, polysorbates are relatively insensitive to hard water and electrolytes and can be used in both acidic and basic formulations.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) can also be used as a solubilising agent for a variety of substances, including essential oils and oil-soluble vitamins, and as a wetting agent in the formation of oral and parenteral suspensions.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) has been found to be useful in improving the bioavailability of drug molecules that are P-glycoprotein substrates.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) is a nonionic surfactant, wetter and emulsifier.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) is a yellow to amber-colored liquid that is soluble in water and has a variety of properties that make it useful in different applications.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) is used as a detergent and emulsifier in domestic & institutional cleaning, scientific, and pharmacological applications.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO), whose common commercial names includes Alkest TW 20 and Polysorbate 20, is a mild nonionic surfactant formed by the ethoxylation of sorbitan before the addition of lauric acid which is a medium-chain fatty acid found mainly in coconut oil.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) is allowed to be used as the emulsifier, detergent, dispersant, solvent and stabilizer, etc. in a number of fields such as pharmaceutical, chemical, food, textile and other industries due to its stability and relative non-toxicity.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) is widely applied in biological techniques and sciences, which can be added to buffers and reagents for immunohistochemistry, such as Western blots and ELISAs, helping to prevent non-specific antibody binding, decrease background staining and enhance reagent spreading.
Besides, Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) also has applications in food production as a common food grade additive which are found in many consumables on the market today.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) can also be used as a wetting agent in flavored mouth drops such as Ice Drops, in oral or non-gastrointestinal suspensions and in rubber balers in the elastomer industry.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) is a mixture of laurate partial esters of sorbitol and sorbitol anhydrides condensed with approximately 20 mole of ethylene oxide (C2H4O) for each mole of sorbitol and its mono- and dianhydrides.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) has a faint, characteristic odor and a warm, somewhat bitter taste.By condensing the partial esters of sorbitol and its anhydrides with ethylene oxide to effect an oxyethylene copolymerization at the free hydroxyl groups.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) is used as a wetting agent in flavored mouth drops such as Ice Drops, helping to provide a spreading feeling to other ingredients like SD alcohol and mint flavor.
The World Health Organization has suggested acceptable daily intake limits of 0–25 mg of polyoxyethylene sorbitan esters per kg body weight.
In biological techniques and sciences, Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) has a broad range of applications.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) helps to prevent non-specific antibody binding.
In this major application, Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) is dissolved in Tris-buffered saline or phosphate buffered saline at dilutions of 0.05% to 0.5% v/v.
These buffers are used for washes between each immunoreaction, to remove unbound immunologicals, and eventually for incubating solutions of immunoreagents (labeled antibodies) to reduce nonspecific background to saturate binding sites on surfaces (i.e., to coat polystyrene microplates, generally combined with proteins such as BSA) to stabilize proteins purified protein derivative (PPD) solution used in skin testing for tuberculosis exposure. as a solubilizing agent of membrane proteins.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) is used as an excipient in pharmaceutical applications to stabilize emulsions and suspensions.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) is used by philatelists to remove stamps from envelopes and to remove residues from stamps, without harming the stamp itself.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) is also used as wetting agent in rubber balers in the elastomer industry.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) has been used as a shape directing agent to synthesize spheroidal magnetite nanoassemblies.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) has been used as a blocking agent for membrane based immunoassays at a typical concentration of 0.05%.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) is suitable for use as a solubilizing agent of membrane proteins and as a blocking agent in Western blotting.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) can be used for lysing mammalian cells at a concentration of 0.05 to 0.5%.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) is a nonionic detergent widely used in biochemical applications.
Sigma offers a number of products for research, some tested for suitability in a given application. The general use reagent is Product No. P 1379.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) is a frequently used member of the polysorbate family.
These have been used as emulsifying agents for the preparation of stable oil-in water emulsions.
When Sorbitol – a sugar alcohol that can be derived from either a vegetable or a fruit source – is treated with 20 moles of Ethylene Oxide, the chemical reaction results in Sorbitan Monolaurate, which is also known as a Polysorbate (specifically Polysorbate 20 or Solubilizer).
Solubilizer is a water-soluble emulsifier, which binds water and oil together.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) is a gentle, oily, liquid cosmetic additive that functions as a nonionic surfactant and wetting agent that enhances the spreadability of liquids.
As a solubilizer, it helps both essential oils and fragrance oils to attach to various types of cosmetic bases, including liquid, cream, and gel bases, and thereby prevents the oils and bases from separating.
Melting point: 98.9 °C (decomp)
Boiling point: 100 °C
Density:1.11 g/mL at 20 °C
vapor pressure: <1.4 hPa (20 °C)
FEMA: 2915 | POLYSORBATE 20
refractive index: n20/D 1.468(lit.)
Flash point: >230 °F
storage temp.: Store below +30°C.
solubility: 100 g/L
form: viscous liquid
color: Amber
Specific Gravity: 1.090～1.130 (20/20℃)
PH: 6-8 (50g/l, H2O, 20℃)
PH Range: 7
Odor: mild alcohol odor
Odor Type: alcoholic
Water Solubility: 100 g/L
Hydrophilic-Lipophilic Balance (HLB): 16.7
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) is prepared by condensing the partial esters of sorbitol and its anhydrides with ethylene oxide to effect an oxyethylene copolymerization at the free hydroxyl groups.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) is a polymer composed of PEG-ylated sorbitan, where the total number of poly(ethylene glycol) units is 20 (w + x + y + z = 20) and a single terminal is capped by a dodecanoyl group.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) is a surfactant and emulsifier used in cleaners and personal care products.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) is a polyoxyethylene 20 sorbitan monolaurate, which can be used as an emulsifier for o/w emulsions and is also a highly effective solubiliser for lipophilic oils.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) is suitable for cosmetic and pharmaceutical applications and complies with the current European Pharmacopoeia.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) is derived from sorbitol, a natural sugar alcohol and forms a polysorbate-type nonionic surfactant by the ethoxylation of sorbitan (derived from the dehydration of sorbitol) before the addition of lauric acid.
Polysorbate 20 is relatively nontoxic and stable therefore can be used as a emulsifier and detergent in a number of domestic, scientific, and pharmacological applications.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) functions as a good wetting agent having food application in flavoured mouth drops, providing a spreading feeling to other added flavour ingredients.
In biochemical applications, Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) finds use as washing agent in immunoassays, solubilizing agent for membrane proteins, and lysis solutions for mammalian cells.
While in the pharma sector, Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) functions as an excipient helping to stabilize emulsions and suspensions.
The Cosmetics Ingredient Review (CIR) Expert Panel evaluated the scientific data and concluded that Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) is safe for use in cosmetic formulations
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) is an amber/golden-colored water-soluble viscous liquid.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) is manufactured from polyethoxylated sorbitan (derived from the dehydration of sorbitol, a sugar alcohol) and oleic acid, a fatty acid found in animal and vegetable fats.
Due to this structure, polysorbate 80 forms an approximate hydrophilic-lipophilic balance of 15.
The final products are free from genetically modified organisms and of vegetable origin.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) is a non-ionic surfactant and emulsifier find use in foods as emulsifier for salad dressings and chocolates, in cosmetics for preparing skin, facial cleansers and hair care products, and to disperse active ingredients in pharmaceuticals benefiting the pharmacological industry
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) allows it to assist in dissolving ingredients that would remain solid under normal circumstances.
In foods like ice cream, Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) is added up to 0.5% (v/v) concentration to make the ice cream smoother and easier to handle, as well as increasing its resistance to melting.
Vitamins, tablets, and supplements also contain Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) because of its preservative nature.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) being a nonionic surfactant is used in soaps and cosmetics (including eyedrops), or as solubilizer in mouthwashes
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) is a nonionic surfactant and detergent widely applied in biochemical and life science research.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) is predominant use involves the solubilization of membrane proteins during the isolation of membrane-protein complexes.
Moreover, it serves as a component in various washing, blocking, dilution, and stabilization buffers.
Additionally, Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) functions as a reagent for immunohistochemistry, encompassing techniques like Western blotting and ELISAs.
In these applications, Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) plays crucial roles such as preventing non-specific antibody binding, minimizing background staining, and ensuring the even distribution of reagents.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) is used as a humectant in flavored mouth drops such as ice drops, helping to disperse other ingredients such as SD alcohol and mint flavor.
Polysorbate is almost universally used in the food industry and has been approved by the FDA as a direct and indirect food additive for human consumption, subject to certain restrictions.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) is approved for direct use in all types of food as a synthetic flavoring.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) is approved for indirect addition to all foods as an adhesive component.
For example, polysorbate is added to ice cream in concentrations of up to 0,5 % to make the ice cream softer and easier to handle and to increase its resistance to melting.
The addition of this substance prevents milk proteins from completely coating the fat droplets.
This allows them to form chains and networks which trap air in the mixture and give a firmer texture that holds its shape as the ice cream melts.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) also helps to diffuse oils throughout water and to prevent the oils from clumping or settling.
As an antistatic agent, Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) helps to reduce and prevent the buildup of static charges.
Furthermore, Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) is a thickener as well as a viscosity modifier, which helps prevent changes to a product’s viscosity when it is subjected to varying room temperatures, such as extreme cold or heat.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) is added to water-based cosmetic formulations as the last component required for ensuring that essential oils and fragrance oils remain blended with the bases to which they are added.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) is soothing, non-irritating quality makes it ideal for addition to formulations for bath products, for body and facial cleansers, for baby products, and for other transparent and scented products, as it helps retain both the fragrance and the clarity.
To incorporate Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) into a formulation, blend it with an equal amount of essential oils or fragrance oils for a 1:1 ratio of solubilizer to scent.
Blend this combination until it is a clear mixture, then stir it directly into the base to stabilize the essential oils, to ensure that they remain thoroughly combined in the formula, and to
help the final product maintain its transparency.
As with all other New Directions Aromatics products, Solubilizer Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) Raw Material is for external use only.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) is imperative to consult a medical practitioner before using this product for therapeutic purposes.
Pregnant and nursing women as well as those with sensitive skin and an allergy to coconuts are especially advised not to use Solubilizer Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) Raw Material without the medical advice of a physician.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) should always be stored in an area that is inaccessible to children, especially those under the age of 7.
Prior to using Solubilizer Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) Raw Material, a skin test is recommended.
This can be done by dissolving 1 tsp Solubilizer Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) Raw Material in 1 tsp of a preferred Carrier Oil and applying a dime-size amount of this blend to a small area of skin that is not sensitive.
Solubilizer Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) must never be used near the inner nose and ears or on any other particularly sensitive areas of skin.
Potential side effects of Solubilizer Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) include skin irritation.
In the event of an allergic reaction, discontinue use of the product and see a doctor, pharmacist, or allergist immediately for a health assessment and appropriate remedial action.
To prevent side effects, consult with a medical professional prior to use.
In some products with Solubilizer Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO), the water and oils may separate; however, they will become re-emulsified upon shaking.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) acts as an effective emulsifier, facilitating the mixing of oil and water-based ingredients in formulations.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) helps create stable emulsions with a smooth texture and uniform appearance, making it a valuable ingredient in creams, lotions, and other cosmetic products.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) enhances the solubility of hydrophobic (oil-soluble) substances in aqueous (water-based) solutions.
This property is particularly useful in pharmaceuticals, where it can improve the bioavailability of poorly soluble drugs and aid in the formulation of oral and injectable medications.
In addition to emulsifying and solubilizing, Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) can contribute to the stability of formulations by preventing the separation or aggregation of ingredients.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) is often used to stabilize suspensions, dispersions, and colloidal systems, helping maintain the integrity and shelf-life of products.
As a nonionic surfactant, Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) reduces the surface tension between different phases, such as oil and water, allowing them to mix more easily.
This property makes it useful in various industrial applications, including cleaning products, where it helps disperse oils and soils for effective cleaning.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) is widely used in cosmetic and personal care products, including skincare, haircare, and toiletries.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) can be found in formulations such as facial cleansers, body washes, shampoos, and conditioners, where it helps stabilize emulsions, enhance solubility, and improve product texture.
In the pharmaceutical industry, Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) is employed in oral solutions, suspensions, and topical formulations to enhance drug delivery and formulation stability.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) is commonly used in oral medications, eye drops, and ointments, where it aids in solubilization and dispersion of active pharmaceutical ingredients.
Uses Of Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO):
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) is used for solubilizing membrane proteins during isolation and purification.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) is used as a wetting agent in flavored mouth drops.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) acts as a washing agent in Western blots and ELISAs and prevents antibody binding.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) is a solubilizing agent of membrane proteins.
In pharmaceutical chemistry, Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) is used as an excipient to stabilize emulsions and suspensions.
Further, Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) is used as a dispersing agent, stabilizer, lubricator and also used in creams, salves, ointments, protective creams, balms, pomades, lipsticks, mascaras and glosses.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) is used in many brands of baby wipes.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) is used by philatelists to remove stamps from envelopes and to remove residues from stamps, without harming the stamp itself.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) is also used as wetting agent in rubber balers in the elastomer industry.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) has been used as a shape directing agent to synthesize spheroidal magnetite nanoassemblies.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) is typically used as an emulsifying agent for the preparation of stable oil-in-water emulsions, particularly in pharmaceutical applications.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) has been used in pre-extraction of membranes to remove peripheral proteins.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) has been used as a blocking agent on nitrocellulose.
Other release to the environment of Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) is likely to occur from: outdoor use in long-life materials with low release rate (e.g. metal, wooden and plastic construction and building materials), indoor use in long-life materials with low release rate (e.g. flooring, furniture, toys, construction materials, curtains, foot-wear, leather products, paper and cardboard products, electronic equipment), outdoor use in long-life materials with high release rate (e.g. tyres, treated wooden products, treated textile and fabric, brake pads in trucks or cars, sanding of buildings (bridges, facades) or vehicles (ships)) and indoor use in long-life materials with high release rate (e.g. release from fabrics, textiles during washing, removal of indoor paints).
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) can be found in complex articles, with no release intended: vehicles.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) can be found in products with material based on: plastic (e.g. food packaging and storage, toys, mobile phones).
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) is intended to be released from scented: clothes.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) is utilized in the food industry as an emulsifier and stabilizer in various food products, including beverages, sauces, and confectionery items.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) helps create smooth textures, prevents ingredient separation, and enhances the shelf-life of food formulations.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) is included in the formulation of insecticides, pesticides, and pest control products for household and agricultural use.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) aids in the dispersion and distribution of active ingredients, improving their effectiveness in targeting and controlling pests.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) is sometimes used in art and craft supplies, such as paints, inks, and adhesives, as a dispersant and binder.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) helps ensure the even distribution of pigments and additives in paint formulations and enhances the adhesion of glue and adhesive products.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) is a common ingredient in cleansing wipes, towelettes, and makeup remover pads.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) helps solubilize and remove makeup, dirt, and impurities from the skin's surface while imparting a mild and gentle cleansing action.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) is found in pet grooming and care products, such as shampoos, conditioners, and grooming sprays.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) assists in the dispersion of ingredients and helps maintain the skin and coat health of pets by providing gentle cleansing and conditioning.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) is used in the formulation of air fresheners, room sprays, and fragrance products to help disperse and stabilize fragrance oils and essential oils.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) ensures that the scent is evenly distributed and released over time, enhancing the longevity and intensity of the fragrance.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) is included in industrial cleaning solutions and degreasers used in commercial settings, automotive workshops, and manufacturing facilities.
It aids in the removal of oils, greases, and residues from surfaces and equipment, improving the efficiency of cleaning processes.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) is sometimes added to beverages, such as soft drinks and beer, to improve foam stability and reduce foam collapse.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) helps maintain a consistent and long-lasting foam head, enhancing the sensory experience and visual appeal of the beverage.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) is used in the following products: polymers, lubricants and greases and textile treatment products and dyes.
Release to the environment of Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) can occur from industrial use: formulation of mixtures and formulation in materials.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) is used in the following products: washing & cleaning products, metal surface treatment products, polymers, textile treatment products and dyes, pH regulators and water treatment products and leather treatment products.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) is a non-toxic, nonionic surfactant/emulsifier and a water-soluble yellowish liquid used as a dispersing agent which allows oil and water to mix without alcohol. It?s a fragrance solubilizer and stabilizer; it lubricates and has a soothing effect on the skin.
This skin- safe ingredient in oil-in-water emulsions (lotions, conditioners, cream rinses, shampoos, liquid soaps, body polishes or scrubs, etc.) and also flinen sprays.
Will be found as an ingredient in the majority of body toiletries, cosmetics and wipes now in the market.
Polysorb used in combination with other emulsifiers such as mono- and diglycerides or sorbitan monostearates for various purposes suflavors and colors, to make essential oils and vitamins soluble and to improve volume and texture in baked goods.
Use Polyso very little foaming action (or none at all) is desired in the finished product.
In industry, Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) is also used as a wetting agent in the manufacture of rubber presses in the elastomer industry.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) has been used as a form-directing agent in the synthesis of spheroidal magnetite nanocells.
They are used in the textile industry as antistatic agents, fibre lubricants and finishing emulsifiers.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) is commonly used in the cosmetic and personal care industries.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) is used as an emulsifier and a solubilizer in a variety of products, such as shampoos, conditioners, lotions, and creams.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) is also used as a dispersing agent to help ingredients mix evenly in a product.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) is known for its ability to reduce surface tension, making it easier to spread and apply on the skin.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) is also used in the pharmaceutical and medical industries. It is used as an excipient, a substance that is added to a medication to improve its stability and delivery.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) is commonly used in vaccines and other injectable medications as a stabilizer and emulsifier.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) is utilized in various medical and healthcare products, including wound care formulations, topical medications, and medical devices.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) helps improve the spreadability and absorption of active ingredients in topical treatments, such as anti-inflammatory creams and antiseptic solutions, enhancing their therapeutic efficacy.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) is included in the formulation of some vaccines and biological products as a stabilizer and adjuvant.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) helps maintain the stability of vaccine components, such as antigens and preservatives, during storage and transportation, ensuring their potency and efficacy.
In agriculture, Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) is used in the formulation of agricultural pesticides, herbicides, and fertilizers.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) aids in the dispersion of active ingredients in spray solutions, improving their coverage and efficacy when applied to crops, turf, or ornamental plants.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) is incorporated into veterinary pharmaceuticals and healthcare products for animals.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) is used in topical treatments, oral medications, and vaccines for pets, livestock, and other animals to enhance formulation stability and improve drug delivery.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) finds application in the textile industry as an emulsifier and wetting agent in fabric softeners, textile finishes, and dyeing processes.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) helps ensure the uniform distribution of additives and improves the wetting and penetration of dyes and chemicals into fibers, enhancing the quality and performance of textile products.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) is used in the formulation of personal lubricants and intimate care products.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO)serves as a lubricating agent and emulsifier, providing smoothness and glide during use while ensuring compatibility with condoms and other barrier methods.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) is employed in biomedical research for various applications, including cell culture, protein analysis, and diagnostic assays.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) is used in laboratory reagents, buffers, and solutions to enhance solubility, reduce nonspecific binding, and improve the reproducibility of experimental results.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) is included in cleaning and sanitizing products for industrial and institutional use, such as surface cleaners, disinfectants, and hand sanitizers.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) aids in the dispersion of active ingredients, enhances cleaning performance, and improves product stability during storage and use.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) is used in the food and beverage industries as an emulsifier and stabilizer.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) is commonly used in ice cream, whipped cream, and other dairy products to improve texture and prevent separation.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) is used in various industrial applications, including as a lubricant and an emulsifier in the production of paints, coatings, and cleaning products.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) is widely used in skincare, haircare, and personal hygiene products.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) serves as an emulsifier, helping to blend oil and water-based ingredients in formulations such as lotions, creams, moisturizers, shampoos, conditioners, and body washes.
Additionally, Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) acts as a solubilizer for fragrances and essential oils, ensuring their even distribution in products.
In the pharmaceutical industry, Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) is utilized in various formulations, including oral medications, topical creams, ointments, and eye drops.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) helps solubilize hydrophobic drugs, enhances drug delivery, and improves the stability of formulations.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) is particularly beneficial in formulations where a uniform dispersion of active ingredients is required.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) is approved as a food additive by regulatory authorities and is used in food processing and manufacturing.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) functions as an emulsifier in products such as salad dressings, sauces, desserts, and ice creams, helping to stabilize oil-in-water emulsions and prevent ingredient separation.
Additionally, Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) is used in baked goods to improve texture and moisture retention.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) is present in various household cleaning products, such as multi-surface cleaners, dishwashing detergents, and laundry detergents.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) assists in the removal of dirt and grease by emulsifying oily residues and suspending soil particles, contributing to the effectiveness of cleaning formulations.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) is utilized in industrial applications, including metalworking fluids, paints, coatings, and lubricants.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) serves as a surfactant and dispersant, facilitating the dispersion of pigments and additives in formulations and improving the stability and performance of industrial products.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) is employed in biotechnology and research laboratories for various applications, such as cell culture media, protein purification, and molecular biology techniques.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) helps stabilize cell culture media, solubilize hydrophobic biomolecules, and reduce nonspecific binding in assays and experiments.
Health effects Of Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO):
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) was a skin irritant in dermatitis patients but was reported not to induce irritant responses when applied to the intact skin of health volunteers.
Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) produced, at worst, minimal irritation in the eyes of rabbits. Only a small number of cases of skin sensitization have been reported in humans, although a moderate to strong sensitizing potential was seen in guinea-pigs treated by intradermal injection.
Moderately toxic by intravenous route.
Mddly toxic by ingestion.
When heated to decomposition Polysorbate 20 (Sorbitan monolaurate 20 EO) emits acrid smoke and irritating fumes.
