Tween 20 / Polysorbate 20
We at Innova Global (India), a leading organization, engaged in manufacturing and offering a superior quality range of Tween 20 also known as Polysorbate 20. Tween 20 is a nonionic, solubilizer, o/w emulsifier, antistat and fiber lubricant used in textile industry, wetting agent, viscosity modifier, suspending agent used in food, cosmetics, drugs, textile and metal working industries, solubilizer for perfumes and flavours, insecticides, herbicides, paints and inks, pharmaceuticals. This range of chemical can be availed by clients at reasonable prices.
Applications
- Used in cosmetic creams, lotions, and serums as an emulsifier
- Helps stabilize makeup products like foundations, concealers, and liquid products.
- Used in shampoos, conditioners, and hair care products for better texture and spreadability.
- Present in pharmaceutical and personal care formulations to solubilize oils in aqueous solutions.
- Used in food and beverage products as a safe emulsifier.
Advantages
- Creates stable emulsions of oil and water.
- Improves texture, spreadability, and consistency of formulations.
- Prevents separation and increases shelf life of products.
- Mild and safe for skin applications.
- Compatible with a wide range of cosmetic and personal care ingredients.
Table
| Chemical Name | Polyoxyethylene(20) Sorbitan Mono Laurate / Polysorbate-20 / Tween 20 |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Oily Yellow to Amber Viscous Clear Liquid |
| CAS Number | Oily Yellow to Amber Viscous Clear Liquid |
| Color | Amber |
| Acid Value, mgKOH/gm | 2.0 max. |
| Saponification Value, mgKOH/gm | 40 – 50 |
| Hydroxyl Value, mgKOH/gm | 96 – 108 |
| Moisture, by KFR, % | 3.0 max |
| Iodine Value, cc/gm | 5.0 max |
| pH of 5% soln | 7-May |
| Solubility | Soluble in Water & Alcohol |
| Heavy Metals, ppm | 10 max |
| Nature | Non hazardous, Non Flammable, Non Toxic |