What is Tween 60 CAS 9005-67-8?
Tween 60 CAS 9005-67-8 is an ethoxylated sorbitan ester derived from sorbitol and stearic acid (with approximately 20 moles of ethylene oxide), appearing as a tan to yellow paste or viscous liquid with a mild odor, approved as a safe food additive (E435 in EU, INS 435, JECFA ADI 0-25 mg/kg bw as total polysorbates, FEMA 2916), pharmaceutical excipient (USP/NF), and cosmetic ingredient (CIR-approved), primarily functioning as a hydrophilic emulsifier in various regulated formulations.
Specifications
| Item |
Value |
| Appearance |
White or Colorless to Yellow powder to lump to clear liquid |
| Melting Point |
45-50 °C |
| Boiling Point |
802.68°C (rough estimate) |
| Density |
1.044 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.) |
| Fp |
>230 °F |
| pka |
0[at 20 ℃] |
| pH |
5.5-7.7 (50g/l, H2O, 25℃) |
| Storage Condition |
Store below +30°C. |
Features
- High HLB Value: HLB 15 ideal for oil-in-water emulsions.
- Non-Ionic Surfactant: Broad compatibility with other ingredients.
- Effective Solubilizer: Dissolves lipophilic actives in aqueous systems.
- Stabilizing Agent: Prevents separation and enhances product uniformity.
Applications
- Food Emulsifier: Stabilizes icings, cakes, whipped toppings, salad dressings, and confectionery.
- Cosmetics Surfactant: Emulsifies creams, lotions, and personal care formulations.
- Pharmaceutical Excipient: Solubilizes drugs and stabilizes topical/oral preparations.
- Texture Enhancer: Improves volume, lightness, and syneresis control in baked goods.
- Industrial Uses: Serves in detergents, biochemical labs, and polymer emulsions.
Packaging
Mikem offers flexible packaging options, including 25 kg of fiber drums for liquid products and 15–25 kg PP/PE bags for powder products, all customizable to meet your specific needs.