(Solubilizing Agent / Emulsifier)
Muby Chem operates a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility producing Polysorbate 20, known for its exceptional purity and efficacy. This compound is particularly valuable in the cosmetic industry.
Our cutting-edge technology ensures the production of high-quality Polysorbate 20, meeting the highest standards for performance and consistency.
Application: MOLPOL® PS20 is used as a solubilizing agent to disperse essential oils, fragrances, and oil-based actives in water-based systems such as toners, facial mists, and micellar waters, ensuring clarity and product stability. It also acts as an emulsifier, enabling oil and water to mix effectively in creams and lotions. Due to its mild and non-irritating profile, it is ideal for sensitive skin formulations, including baby products, serums, moisturizers, and gentle cleansers.
| # | TEST | SPECIFICATION - BP |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Appearance | It occurs as an oily, yellow or brownish-yellow, clear or slightly opalescent liquid. |
| 2 | Identification Test (A) Test (B) Test (C) Test (D) Test (E) |
(A) Infrared absorption spectrophotometry. (B) Hydroxyl value (C) Saponification value (D) Composition of fatty acids (E) Specified Test. The solution becomes blue. |
| 3 | Solubility | It is soluble in water, in anhydrous ethanol, in ethyl acetate and in methanol, practically insoluble in fatty oils and in liquid paraffin. |
| 4 | Relative density | About 1.10 |
| 5 | Acid value | Not more than 2.0 |
| 6 | Hydroxyl value | 96 to 108 |
| 7 | Peroxide value | Not more than 10.0 |
| 8 | Saponification value | 40 to 50 |
| 9 | Composition of fatty acids (A) Caproic acid (B) Caprylic acid (C) Capric acid (D) Lauric acid (E) Myristic acid (F) Palmitic acid (G) Stearic acid (H) Oleic acid (I) Linoleic acid |
(A) Not more than 1.0% (B) Not more than 10.0% (C) Not more than 10.0% (D) 40.0% to 60.0% (E) 14.0% to 25.0% (F) 7.0% to 15.0% (G) Not more than 7.0% (H) Not more than 11.0% (I) Not more than 3.0% |
| 10 | (A) Ethylene oxide (B) Dioxan |
(A) Not more than 1 ppm (B) Not more than 10 ppm |
| 11 | Water | Not more than 3.0% |
| 12 | Total ash | Not more than 0.25% |
MOLPOL® PS20 is packed in HDPE Drum or IBC packing, having bar coded label.
The shelf life is 3 years. It is stored in an airtight container, protected from light.
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