Span 20

CAS No.:1338-39-2

Molecular Formula: C₁₈H₃₄O₆          Molecular Weight: 346.46

Structural Formula:

Property:

Span 20 is amber to brown oily liquid. non-toxic and odorless. Span 20 is slightly soluble in isopropanol, tetracarp, xylene, cotton seed oil and mineral oil, slightly soluble in liquid paraffin, and insoluble in water, HLB=8.6.

Specification:

Use:

Span 20 is mainly used in medicine, cosmetics, textiles etc. as water/oil type emulsifier, wetting agent and lubricant.

Packing:

200kg iron drum/plastic drum.

Handle with care, Span 20 should be stored in cool, dry and draughty place. Shelf life is 2 years. Then, Span 20 can still be used if qualified after re-check.

Keywords:

Span 20, sorbitan laurate, emulsifier S-20