Functional Roles
Industries Served
Physical Properties
melting_point
49-65 u00b0C
density
1.0 @ 25 u00b0C
solubility
Soluble in ethanol, isopropanol, mineral oil, and vegetable oil.
Chemical Identity
| CAS Number | 1338-41-6 |
| IUPAC Name | [(2R)-2-[(2R,3R,4S)-3,4-dihydroxyoxolan-2-yl]-2-hydroxyethyl] octadecanoate |
| InChI Key | HVUMOYIDDBPOLL-XWVZOOPGSA-N |
| PubChem CID | 16218600 |
| INCI Name | SORBITAN STEARATE |
Synonyms & Trade Names
Full Description
Sorbitan monostearate is a nonionic emulsifier used in foods, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals. Stabilizes emulsions and enhances texture.