Tween 80 Polysorbate 80 - Industrial and Food Grade
Product Overview
Tween 80, also known as Polysorbate 80 or Polyoxyethylene (20) Sorbitan Monolaurate, is a versatile surfactant and emulsifier with wide-ranging applications across multiple industries.
Technical Specifications
According to GB25554-2010 standards, with additional parameters available upon request:
| Parameters |
Unit |
Standard Value |
| Acid value |
mg KOH/g |
≤ 2.0 |
| Saponification value |
mg KOH/g |
45~55 |
| Hydroxyl value |
mg KOH/g |
65~80 |
| Moisture |
w / % |
≤ 3.0 |
| Residue on ignition |
w/% |
≤ 0.25 |
| Arsenic |
mg/kg |
≤3 |
| Pb |
mg/kg |
≤2 |
| Oxyethylene |
w / % |
65.0~69.5 |
| HLB (Hydrophile-Lipophile Balance) |
|
10.5 |
Key Advantages
- Excellent emulsifier for O/W and W/O emulsions when combined with other hydrophobic emulsifiers
- Superior solubilizer for essential oils, effective wetting agent, viscosity modifier, and disperser
- Versatile applications across food, cosmetic, pharmaceutical, feed, and industrial sectors
Polysorbate 60 vs 80 Comparison
Both polysorbate 60 and 80 belong to the polyoxyethylene sorbitan fatty acid esters family with distinct characteristics:
Appearance Differences
Polysorbate 60 appears as a yellowish waxy solid at room temperature, while Tween 80 is an amber viscous oily substance.
Performance Characteristics
Tween 60 is soluble in water, methanol, ethanol, isopropanol, but insoluble in mineral and dynamic oils. It offers excellent emulsifying, wetting, foaming, and diffusion properties. Tween-80 shares similar solubility characteristics while providing comparable performance benefits.
Application Scope
Polysorbate 60 serves as a food additive, textile softener, antistatic agent, and component in pan spinning oil. Tween 80 functions as an emulsifier, dispersant, wetting agent, solvent, and stabilizer across pharmaceutical, cosmetic, food, and industrial applications.
Polysorbate 80 in Bath Bombs
Bath bombs rely on polysorbate 80 as a critical emulsifier to ensure even dispersion of essential oils and colors throughout the bath water. Typically comprising about 2% of the total batch in liquid stage, it prevents oil separation and enhances the overall bathing experience.
Cosmetic Applications & Properties
Emulsifying Properties
- Forms stable O/W emulsions for lotions and creams
- Reduces oil-water interfacial tension for improved stability
Solubilizing Effect
- Enhances solubility of water-insoluble components
- Improves skin absorption of active ingredients
Stabilizing Effect
- Maintains product stability and extends shelf life
- Protects oxidation-prone active ingredients
Lubricating Properties
- Improves skin feel and reduces greasiness
- Minimizes skin friction in shaving products
Additional Functions
- Provides gentle exfoliation without irritation
- Enhances preservative efficacy
- Ensures uniform dispersion of solid particles
Usage & Storage Guidelines
- Storage: Keep in cool, dry places in tightly sealed packages, away from heat and light
- Transportation: Classified as non-dangerous goods
- Shelf Life: 1 year
- Packaging: 25kg/drum, 220kg/drum, and 1000kg/drum (custom packaging available)
- Shipment: 7-14 days after payment confirmation
Sample Packaging: 1kg / 200kg Plastic Drum / 1000kg Plastic Drum
Different specifications available with corresponding packaging options.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are you a factory or trading company?
We are a factory.
Where is your factory located? How can I visit there?
Our factory is located in Huai'an City, Jiangsu Province, China. All clients are warmly welcome to visit us!
Can I get some samples?
Yes, we provide free samples with shipping costs covered by customers.
Can you accept small orders?
Yes.
What are your payment terms?
30% T/T down payment with balance against B/L copy, or 100% L/C at sight.
What is the delivery lead time?
About 7-14 days after payment confirmation (excluding Chinese holidays).
Which port is used for loading?
Nanjing Port or Shanghai Port.
How can we guarantee product quality?
Free samples available for testing. We manufacture according to specific requirements with pre-production samples and final inspection before shipment.
How about import customs fees?
We declare values as requested. Import duties, taxes, and charges are the buyer's responsibility. Please check with your country's customs office for additional costs.
About Our Company
Jiangsu Lihong Technology Development Co., Ltd. is a national high-tech enterprise integrating R&D, production, sales, and technical services. Located in Huai'an City, Jiangsu Province, covering 150 acres with total investment exceeding RMB 500 million. We operate 14 industry-leading production lines with annual capacity exceeding 100,000 tons.
The company maintains key laboratory status for green polyurethane materials in Huai'an City, recognized as a national high-tech enterprise, specialized innovative SME in Jiangsu Province, and member of China Polyurethane Industry Association.
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