Polysorbate 20 (Tween 20) CAS#9005-64-5
Powerful O/W Emulsifying & Solubilizing Capacity: Nonionic surfactant with high HLB around 16.7, excellent emulsification, solubilization and dispersion performance, widely used as oil-in-water emulsifier and flavor solubilizer in food, cosmetic and pharmaceutical industry.
Excellent Miscibility & Compatibility Property: Miscible with water, ethanol and ethyl acetate, good compatibility with other emulsifiers, thickeners and active ingredients for different formulation systems.
Stable Viscous Liquid Form for Convenient Transport: Pale yellow to yellow viscous oily liquid with uniform texture, stable under sealed cool storage, easy for metering, pumping and automatic feeding.
Polysorbate 20, also known as Tween 20, is a high-demand nonionic emulsifier raw material, low irritancy and wide coverage of food, beverage, cosmetic, pharmaceutical and industrial application scenarios.
Chemical & Physical Properties
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting point | Below 0 ℃ (congeals on cooling) |
| Density | 1.08~1.10 g/cm³ |
| Storage temp | Sealed cool dry warehouse, keep away from open flame, high heat and direct sunlight |
| Solubility | Miscible with water, ethanol and ethyl acetate; insoluble in mineral oil and cold vegetable oil |
| Form | Viscous oily liquid |
| Color | Pale yellow to yellow |
| Odor | Faint characteristic odor, slight bitter taste |
| PH Value | 5.0~7.5 (5% aqueous solution) |
| Hygroscopicity | Hygroscopic |
| Stability | Stable in airtight packaging; reacts with strong oxidizers and heavy metal salts |
| EINECS No. | 500-038-2 |
| CAS DataBase Reference | 9005-64-5 |
Safety Information
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Hazard Codes | Xi |
| Risk Statements | R36/38: Irritating to eyes and skin |
| Safety Statements | S26; S36: In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water |
| UN Number | Not regulated |
| Hazard Class | Not dangerous goods |
| Packing Group | Not applicable |
| Flammability | Combustible |
| HS Code | 34021300 |
Main applications: Beverage, flavor and essential oil solubilizer; ice cream, whipped topping and confectionery emulsifier; cosmetic cream, lotion, shampoo and facial cleanser emulsifier; pharmaceutical oral preparation and injection solubilizer; agricultural pesticide adjuvant and latex stabilizer.
