(Non-ionic Surfactant / Emulsifier)
by Muby Chem
Muby Chem operates a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility producing Polysorbate 60 known for its exceptional purity and efficacy.
Our advanced technology ensures the production of high-quality Polysorbate 60, meeting the highest standards for performance and consistency.
Applications: MOLPOL® PS60 is mainly used for its emulsifying, solubilizing, and stabilizing effects in a wide range of pharmaceutical and cosmetic formulations, including injectables, oral medications, and topical treatments. It helps improve the stability and solubility of various drugs, particularly those with poor water solubility. It bridges oil and water phases to create stable topical creams, lotions, and ointments, preventing phase separation over time.
| # | TEST | SPECIFICATION - USP |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Appearance | It occurs as lemon- to orange-colored, oily liquid or semi-gel having a faint, characteristic odor. |
| 2 | Identification Test (A) Test (B) |
(A) Infrared Absorption Spectrophotometry. (B) Composition of fatty acids. |
| 3 | Solubility | It is soluble in water, in ethyl acetate, and in toluene; insoluble in mineral oil and in vegetable oils. |
| 4 | Acid value | Not more than 2.0. |
| 5 | Hydroxyl value | 81 to 96. |
| 6 | Peroxide value | Not more than 10.0. |
| 7 | Saponification value | 45 to 55. |
| 8 | (A) Ethylene oxide (B) Dioxan |
(A) Not more than 1 ppm. (B) Not more than 10 ppm. |
| 9 | Water | Not more than 3.0 %. |
| 10 | Residue on ignition | Not more than 0.25 %. |
| 11 | Assay Composition of fatty acids (A) Stearic Acid (B) Sum of the Contents of Palmitic and Stearic Acids |
(A) 40.0 % to 60.0 %. (B) Not less than 90.0 %. |
MOLPOL® PS60 is packed in HDPE drum or IBC packing having bar-coded label.
The shelf life is 3 years. It is kept in a tightly closed container.
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