O/W emulsifier, solubiliser and wetting agent. Often used in combination with Span 60, where manipulation of the Span/Tween ratio produces emulsifying systems of various HLB values to enable the emulsification of a wide range of oils and waxes.
Product details
Pharmacopoeia compliance
- FDA-IID listed
- Ph. Eur.
- USP/NF
Chemical group
- Ethoxylate
- Polysorbate
- Sorbitan ester
Administration route
- Oral
- Topical
Market application
- Dermatology
- Human pharmaceutical
- Veterinary health
Functions
- Emulsifier
- Nonionic surfactant
Physical form
- Yellow liquid/soft solid
HLB
- 14.90