Span 20 (Sorbitan Monolaurate)


Synonym:  Arlacel 20
Linear Formula:  C18H34O6
Molecular Weight:  346.46g/mol
CAS Number: 1338-39-2

Properties

Vapour pressure 8.23E-13mmHg at 25℃
Water Solubility Insoluble
Refractive index n20/D 1.474(lit.)
B pt. 516.1℃ at 760mmHg
Density 1.032g/cm3

Safety Information

Symbol
HS Code 34021300
Flash point 204℃
Storage Temp. Store below +30℃.
Packaging Glass bottle

Description

Purpose
For R&D use onlynot for drug household or other uses.

General Description
Sorbitan monolaurate is a mixture of esters formed from the fatty acid lauric acid and polyols derived from sorbitol including sorbitan and isosorbide. As a food additive it is designated with the E number E493.