Product Parameters
| Property |
Polysorbate 20 |
Polysorbate 60 |
Polysorbate 80 |
| Chemical Name |
Polyoxyethylene (20) sorbitan monolaurate |
Polyoxyethylene (20) sorbitan monostearate |
Polyoxyethylene (20) sorbitan monooleate |
| Synonyms |
Tween 20 |
Tween 60 |
Tween 80 |
| CAS Number |
9005 - 64 - 5 |
9005 - 67 - 8 |
9005 - 65 - 6 |
| Molecular Formula (approximate due to polyoxyethylene chain) |
C58H114O26 |
C64H126O26 |
C64H124O26 |
| Molecular Weight (approximate) |
1228.55 g/mol |
1310.63 g/mol |
1309.62 g/mol |
| Appearance |
Clear, yellowish liquid |
Yellowish, viscous liquid |
Yellowish, viscous liquid |
| Odor |
Slight, characteristic |
Slight, characteristic |
Slight, characteristic |
| Solubility |
Soluble in water, ethanol, methanol, propylene glycol; insoluble in mineral oil and vegetable oil |
Soluble in water, ethanol, methanol, propylene glycol; insoluble in mineral oil and vegetable oil |
Soluble in water, ethanol, methanol, propylene glycol; insoluble in mineral oil and vegetable oil |
| HLB Value (Hydrophile - Lipophile Balance) |
16.7 |
14.9 |
15.0 |
- Cosmetics and Personal Care
- Emulsifier:
- Polysorbate 20: Widely used in creams, lotions, and shampoos. In a facial moisturizer, it helps to emulsify oil - soluble ingredients like shea butter with water - soluble components such as glycerin. This results in a stable, smooth - textured product that is easy to apply. The typical concentration in such products is around 0.5% - 2%.
- Polysorbate 60: In body butters, it enables the combination of fatty substances like cocoa butter with water - based ingredients. It ensures that the product has a consistent texture and does not separate over time. It may be used at a concentration of 1% - 3% in these formulations.
- Polysorbate 80: Common in sunscreens, it emulsifies oil - based UV - filters like octinoxate with water, allowing for an even distribution of the active ingredients on the skin. It can be present at concentrations ranging from 2% - 5% in sunscreen products.
- Solubilizer:
- Polysorbate 20: Helps to dissolve essential oils in water - based products such as body mists. For example, it allows for the homogeneous distribution of lavender essential oil in a water - alcohol solution, ensuring a consistent scent with each spray.
- Polysorbate 60: Used in liquid soaps to solubilize additives like plant extracts. It ensures that these ingredients are evenly dispersed throughout the product, enhancing its efficacy and appearance.
- Polysorbate 80: In hair serums, it solubilizes silicone - based conditioning agents, making them blend well with other ingredients in the formula and providing a smooth, shiny finish to the hair.
- Food Industry
- Emulsifier:
- Polysorbate 20: Added to salad dressings to prevent the separation of oil and vinegar phases. It helps to create a stable emulsion, resulting in a consistent texture and flavor. It is typically used at levels of 0.1% - 0.5% in these products.
- Polysorbate 60: In ice cream, it emulsifies the fat phase (cream) with the water - based components (milk, sugar, etc.). This improves the texture of the ice cream, preventing the formation of ice crystals and giving it a smooth, creamy consistency. The concentration used is around 0.2% - 0.8%.
- Polysorbate 80: Used in margarine to keep the fat and water phases together. It ensures a uniform texture and extends the shelf - life of the product. It may be present at a concentration of 0.3% - 1% in margarine formulations.
- Antioxidant Synergist:
- Polysorbate 20: Enhances the effectiveness of antioxidants like vitamin E in food products. It helps to disperse the antioxidant evenly throughout the product, protecting fats and oils from oxidation and thus extending the product's shelf - life.
- Polysorbate 60: In processed meat products, it works with other antioxidants to prevent lipid oxidation, which can cause rancidity and off - flavors.
- Polysorbate 80: In baked goods, it aids in the distribution of antioxidants, helping to maintain the freshness and quality of the product over time.
- Pharmaceutical Industry
- Emulsifier and Solubilizer:
- Polysorbate 20: In liquid medications, it emulsifies oil - based drugs or active ingredients, making them more easily dispersible in water - based solutions. For example, it can be used to formulate an oral suspension of a poorly water - soluble drug, improving its bioavailability.
- Polysorbate 60: In topical creams and ointments, it helps to incorporate lipophilic drugs into a water - based base, ensuring proper delivery of the drug to the skin. It may be used at concentrations of 1% - 5% in these formulations.
- Polysorbate 80: In injectable medications, it is used to solubilize drugs that are not easily soluble in water. This allows for the preparation of stable injectable formulations, facilitating the administration of the drug.
- Enhancing Drug Delivery:
- Polysorbate 20: Can enhance the permeability of cell membranes, which may improve the delivery of drugs across biological barriers. This property is being explored in drug delivery systems for targeted therapy.
- Polysorbate 60: In some cases, it can modify the surface properties of drug - delivery carriers, such as liposomes, to improve their stability and interaction with cells.
- Polysorbate 80: It has been shown to enhance the uptake of certain drugs by cells, potentially increasing their effectiveness. This property is exploited in the development of new drug delivery
Q1: Can I get some samples?
A: Yes, sure. Usually, we can provide free samples for less than 5 kg, but the customer needs to pay for the shipping.
Q2: What is your MOQ?
A: The minimum order quantity varies for different products, with most requiring a minimum of 1 ton. However, we can accommodate smaller quantities, such as 100kg, with a 100% sample charge.
Q3: How to confirm product quality before placing an order?
A: You can obtain free samples of the products, but you need to cover the shipping fee or arrange for the samples to be sent to us by express. Additionally, you can provide us with your product specifications and requirements, and we will manufacture the products accordingly.
Q4: Is there a discount for bulk purchases? How much is the discount?
A: Yes, we offer discounts for bulk purchases. The discount is determined by evaluating factors such as purchase volume, product type, and cooperation period. Generally, the larger the purchase volume, the greater the discount.
Q5: How do I start paying?
A: Payment can be made by wire transfer, Western Union, PayPal, Visa, Mastercard, T/T, Apple Pay, Google Pay, etc.
Q6: What is the shipping time?
A: We ship the products out within 1-3 days and provide a tracking number. Shipping time varies by country.
Q7: What qualifications and certifications does the company have? Such as ISO certification, etc.
A: Our supply manufacturers hold several authoritative certifications to ensure our products and services meet international standards and industry regulations. This includes the ISO 9001 Quality Management System certification, which indicates we have reached internationally recognized levels in product quality control, production process management, and continuous improvement, providing stable and reliable quality assurance for customers.
Q8: How about the after-sale service of products?
A: After purchasing products from our company, you will be supported by our professional technical team and after-sales team, who will help solve any problems you may encounter.
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