Polysorbate 20

CAS Nr.
9005-64-5
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Polysorbate 20 is a nonionic surfactant formed by the ethoxylation of sorbitan before the addition of lauric acid.

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Identification

CAS no. 9005-64-5
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EC no.
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500-018-3
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Molecul formula
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C58H114O26
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REACH status
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01-2119971749-XXXX
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Synonyms
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Sorbitan monolaurate, ethoxylated, Polyoxyethyleensorbitaan monolauraat, Tween 20
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E-number / INCI name
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E-432 / PEG-20 SORBITAN LAURATE

Properties

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Appearance
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Colourless to slightly yellow liquid
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Density (20°C)
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1,105-1,107
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Refractive index (20°C)
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1,470-1,472
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Melting point
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N.A.