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Lansurf SMO

CAS Number
1338-39-2
EC Number
215-663-3
Chemical Name
Sorbitan Monolaurate

Properties

Physical Form
Liquid

Identification

Chemical Family
Sorbitan Esters

Other characteristics

Brand
Lansurf
Synonyms

E 493, Lauric acid sorbitan ester, Sorbitan lauric acid monoester, Sorbitan monododecanoate, Sorbitan monolauric acid ester, Tween 28

Functions
Emulsifier, Surfactant, Surfactant (Nonionic)
Odor
Characteristic
Markets
  • HI&I Care
  • Industrial
  • Personal Care
Appearance
Amber colored viscous liquid (at 25°C)
Soluble In
Water
Technology
  • Agrochemicals
  • Cleaning Ingredients
  • Cosmetic Ingredients
  • Industrial Additives & Materials
Benefit Claims
  • Emulsifying
  • Improves Hydrophobic Properties
Packaging Type
  • Drums
  • Totes (IBC)
Labeling Claims
  • Biodegradable
  • Clean at Sephora
  • Credo Clean Standard
  • Foreign matter-free
  • Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty
Application Format
  • Creams
  • Leave On
  • Lotions
Storage Information

Stainless steel, polyethylene or glass lined equipment is necessary for the storage of Lansurf SMO in order to prevent corrosion and subsequent contamination. This material can separate on standing and at low temperatures. May require agitation and warming prior to use.

Applicable Processes
Emulsion Polymerization
Packaging Information

Lansurf SMO can be supplied in bulk road tankers, IBC's and 200kg nett drums.

Agrochemical Functions
Emulsifier
Home Care Applications
  • Cleaners
  • Household Cleaners
Skin Care Applications
Body Cream
Industrial Additives End Use
  • Leather
  • Textiles
Industrial Additives Features
Water Resistance

Technical data

Table 1 of 2

8 rows
CharacteristicValueUnit
Solids Content100.0%
CompositionSorbitan mono oleate—
HLB Value4.3—
Pour Pointmax. 0°C
Flash Pointmin. 267°C
Viscosity (at 25°C)1944.0cPs
Specific Gravity (at 20°C)1.0—
Surface Tension (0.1% Aqueous)41.85mN/m

Table 2 of 2

3 rows
CharacteristicValueUnit
Saponification Value140 - 160mg.KOH/g
Acid Valuemax. 8mg.KOH/g
Hydroxyl Value193 - 210mg.KOH/g

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