Polysorbate 81, also known as polyoxyethylene (5) sorbitan monooleate, consists of sorbitol, ethylene oxide, and oleic acid. It has a molecular formula of C34H64O11. At room temperature, it is in the form of a pale-yellow orange oily liquid. It is an O/W emulsifier with an HLB value of 10.0. It is soluble in ethanol, ethyl acetate, and toluene; slightly soluble in mineral and vegetable oil. And it can be dispersed in water.

Technical Information of Polysorbate 81

According to Q/GDRH 015-2020, other parameters are available upon request.

Advantages of Polysorbate 81

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It acts as an emulsifier, solubilizer, stabilizer, diffuser, and lubricant 

Can be used in industry 

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Instructions on Use and Storage

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place in tightly sealed packages, away from heat and light

Transportation

Transport as non-dangerous goods

Shelf Life

1 year.

Packaging and ShipmentPackaging

25kg/drum, 220kg/drum and 1000kg/drum (special packaging is available upon request)

Shipment

7-14 days after receiving payment

Port

Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Shanghai, Qingdao, etc.

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