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Sorbitan Monopalmitate or Sorbitan Palmitate
CAS Number: 26266-57-9
Molecular Formula: C22H42O6
Molecular Weight: 402.57
Sorbitan Monopalmitate or Sorbitan PalmitateSorbitan monopalmitate or Sorbitan Palmitate is a nonionic emulsifier, surfactant and food additive. It has an E-number of E495. It is used in skin care, hair care and decorative cosmetics.
Specifications of Sorbitan Monopalmitate USP NF Grade:
Sorbitan, esters, monohexadecanoate;
Sorbitan monopalmitate --- CAS 26266-57-9DEFINITION
Sorbitan Monopalmitate is a partial ester of palmitic acid with Sorbitol and its mono- and dianhydrides. It yields, upon saponification, NLT 63.0% and NMT 71.0% of fatty acids, and NLT 32.0% and NMT 38.0% of polyols (w/w).IDENTIFICATION
A.
Sample: Residue obtained in the Assay for Fatty Acids
Acceptance criteria
Fats and Fixed Oils, Acid Value: 210–225 on 1-g sample
Fats and Fixed Oils, Iodine Value: NMT 4
B. Thin-Layer Chromatographic Identification Test
To pass the test.ASSAY
Fatty Acids:
To pass the test.
Acceptance criteria: 63.0%–71.0%
Polyols:
To pass the test.
Acceptance criteria: 32.0%–38.0% (w/w)
Residue on Ignition: NMT 0.5%
Water Determination, Method I: NMT 1.5%
Fats and Fixed Oils, Acid Value: NMT 8
Fats and Fixed Oils, Hydroxyl Value: 275–305
Fats and Fixed Oils, Saponification Value: 140–150
Packaging and Storage: Preserve in well-closed containers.
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14 February, 2026