Intermediates
Sorbitan esters are the precursors required to produce polysorbates via ethoxylation.
Product Groups
Key Products
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Sorbitan Monolaurate
Sorbitan Monolaurate (SML) is a non-ionic surfactant and emulsifier with an HLB of 8.6, positioning it as a water-dispersible, oil-favouring emulsifier. It is typically used to support oil-in-water (O/W) emulsions, improve wetting, and enhance dispersion across a wide range of formulations.
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Sorbitan Monooleate
Sorbitan Monooleate (SMO) is a non-ionic surfactant and low-HLB emulsifier. With an HLB of approximately 4.3, it is particularly suited for water-in-oil (W/O) emulsions, whilst also functioning as an effective wetting agent, dispersant and co-emulsifier in a wide range of industrial and technical formulations.
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Sorbitan Monostearate
Sorbitan Monostearate (SMS) is a non-ionic sorbitan ester. It is a low-HLB emulsifier, dispersant and stabiliser, commonly used where water-in-oil emulsification, fat/oil compatibility and formulation structure are required.