Span 20 CAS 1338-39-2 Ελλάδα

Structural formula：  

Product Description：

Properties and Usage:

Span 20 (CAS 1338-39-2) is a nonionic surfactant made by the reaction of sorbitan and lauric acid. It has excellent emulsification performance, stability and low toxicity.

1. Food industry

Span 20 is often used in food formulations as an emulsifier to improve the texture and stability of products. In dairy products, it optimizes fat distribution to make cream and ice cream more delicate; in baked goods, it extends the softness and shelf life of bread and cakes; it is also used in oil-containing beverages to prevent stratification and ensure long-term storage effects.

2. Cosmetics and personal care products

As an emulsifier in cosmetics, Span 20 can evenly disperse oily ingredients in creams and lotions; in toiletries, it improves the moisturizing effect and enhances the foam stability. It is an important additive for products such as shampoo and shower gel.

3. Pharmaceutical field

Span 20 is used in pharmaceutical preparations to improve the emulsification and stability of drugs. In injections and eye drops, it helps to evenly distribute active ingredients to ensure the stability of drug efficacy and absorption efficiency.

4. Industrial Uses

In the industrial field, Span 20 is used as an antistatic agent and lubricant in the textile industry to optimize fiber processing performance; it is used in agricultural chemicals to improve the emulsification and penetration of pesticides; it is also used in coatings and inks to ensure the uniformity of coatings and the stability of emulsion polymerization.

5. Cleaning and Energy Fields

Span 20 can reduce surface tension and enhance the decontamination ability in detergents; at the same time, in the petroleum industry, it is used as a lubricant and emulsifier to improve the performance of drilling fluids and improve the efficiency and reliability of oil extraction.

Storage conditions: Keep the container tightly sealed and store in a cool, dry place. Ensure that the workplace has good ventilation or exhaust devices.

Packing: This product is packed in 25kg drums, and it can also be customized according to customers' requirements