Chemical Name:
Sorbitan Ester Polyethylene Glycol Ether
Trade Name:
KEPS 20
Introduction:
Polysorbates are oily liquids produced by ethoxylation of sorbitan esterified with fatty acids. All of them have 20 ethylene oxide units in their molecule. The number following the name of polysorbate is related to the type of fatty acid associated with the polyoxyethylene sorbitan part of the molecule.
General Applications:
This compound is used as wetting agent and dispersant for actives such as calamine, menthol and phenol, solubiliser for oil soluble vitamins, essential oils, perfumes in aqueous and aqueous alcoholic systems and flavours in mouthwashes, O/W emulsifier, mildness additive in detergent systems, water soluble emollient and barrier repair agent in cleansing products. This product is suitable for use in baby shampoos and as a cleansing agent in wet wipes.
Different grades:
KEPS 20, 60, 80