Sorbitan monostearate CAS 1338-41-6

(Sorbitan monostearate CAS 1338-41-6)

Overview of Sorbitan Monostearate

Sorbitan monostearate, or sorbitan monostearate, is a non-ionic surfactant prepared by esterification of sorbitol and stearic acid. Its molecular structure contains a hydrophilic sorbitol portion and a hydrophobic stearic acid portion, which endows it with unique amphiphilic properties. Therefore, Sorbitan monostearate can form a stable emulsion layer at the oil-water interface, allowing for a uniform mixing of oil-based and water-based components. In addition, it also has good thickening, wetting, and stability properties. At the same time, Sorbitan monostearate also has good biocompatibility and safety, meeting the requirements of green chemistry and sustainable development.

Features of Sorbitan Monostearate

Unique amphiphilic properties: Sorbitan monostearate is a surfactant that combines hydrophilicity and hydrophobicity, allowing it to form a stable emulsion layer at the oil-water interface, effectively promoting the mixing of oil-based and water-based components and providing a uniform texture for various products.

Multifunctionality: In addition to emulsifying properties, Sorbitan monostearate has multiple functions, such as thickening, wetting, and stability. These characteristics make it widely used in various fields such as food, cosmetics, and medicine.

Good biocompatibility and safety: After a strict safety assessment, Sorbitan monostearate has low skin and eye irritation, good biocompatibility, and meets the requirements of green chemistry and sustainable development.

Wide applicability: Due to its unique physical and chemical properties, Sorbitan monostearate can be used in many different product formulations, such as ice cream, salad dressing, face cream, shampoo, etc., to help regulate the texture and stability of products.

Easy to prepare: The preparation process of Sorbitan monostearate is relatively simple and can be obtained through an esterification reaction, making its production cost relatively low and easy to achieve industrial production.

Environmentally friendly: Due to its good biodegradability, Sorbitan monostearate has fewer residues and less environmental impact, meeting environmental requirements.

Application of Sorbitan Monostearate 

Food industry: Sorbitan monostearate is widely used as an emulsifier, stabilizer, and preservative in food. It can help improve the taste and stability of food, such as the delicate taste of ice cream and the uniform texture of salad dressing.

Application of sorbitan monostearate

Cosmetics industry: In the cosmetics field, Sorbitan monostearate is mainly used to make lotion, face cream, shampoo, and other products. It can help regulate the texture and skin feel of the product, making it easier to apply and absorb and improving the product's effectiveness.

Application of sorbitan monostearate

In the pharmaceutical field: Sorbitan monostearate can be used as a carrier or excipient for drugs. It can help improve the stability and bioavailability of drugs while reducing the irritation of drugs to the body, improving their taste and user experience.

Textile industry: In the textile industry, Sorbitan monostearate can be used as an emulsifier or dispersant to help dyes disperse evenly in water, improve printing and dyeing effects, and make textiles appear more vibrant and uniform in color.

Application of sorbitan monostearate

Paint and Ink Industry: In the paint and ink industry, Sorbitan monostearate can be used as a wetting agent or stabilizer to help improve the fluidity and stability of paint and ink and enhance product quality.

Application of sorbitan monostearate

Personal care products: Sorbitan monostearate is also commonly used in personal care products such as shampoo, shower gel, etc. It can regulate the texture and stability of the product while providing a soft skin feel, allowing users to have a better experience during use.

Application of sorbitan monostearate

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FAQ

Q1

What is the chemical structure of Sorbitan monostearate?

Answer: The chemical structure of Sorbitan monostearate consists of a sorbitol moiety and a stearic acid moiety. Sorbitan is a polyol that undergoes esterification with stearic acid to form an ester-linked molecule of sorbitan stearate.

Q2

What are the similarities and differences in performance between Sorbitan monostearate and C8-10 Alcohol Ethoxylate?

Answer: Both are surfactants, but Sorbitan monostearate is an amphiphilic ester, while C8-10 Alcohol Ethoxylate is an ethoxylate of an alcohol. They have similar emulsifying properties, but Sorbitan monostearate also has thickening and wetting functions.

Q3

What is the biocompatibility and safety of Sorbitan monostearate?

Answer: Sorbitan monostearate is a component with good biocompatibility and high safety. Its cosmetics, food, and medicine applications have undergone strict safety assessments.

Q4

What is the preparation method for Sorbitan monostearate?

Answer: The preparation of Sorbitan monostearate is usually achieved through the esterification reaction of sorbitol and stearic acid under a catalyst. This reaction is usually carried out at appropriate temperature and pressure to produce sorbitan stearate.

Q5

What are the applications of Sorbitan monostearate in the pharmaceutical field?

Answer: In medicine, Sorbitan monostearate can be used as a carrier or excipient for drugs, helping to improve drug stability and bioavailability while reducing drug irritation to the body and improving drug taste and user experience.