Tween 80 (Polysorbate 80)

Tween 80 (Polysorbate 80)

50g
$89.00
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Tween 80 (Polysorbate 80)

Tween 80 (Polysorbate 80) Functions & Applications

Polysorbate 80 is a nonionic emulsifier derived from ethoxylated sorbitan and oleic acid. It helps oil and water form an emulsion and is often paired with the more oil-soluble sorbitan oleate to adjust the emulsifier system for a selected oil phase. That makes it useful in emulsion development where oil identity, droplet stability and processing conditions need to be considered together. Its oleate-based structure distinguishes it from polysorbates based on laurate or stearate, so equal-weight substitution may alter formulation behaviour. Polysorbate 80 is available in several quality tiers, including specially purified pharmaceutical versions. A generic supply should be assessed against the intended cosmetic or technical use without inheriting the impurity limits or performance of those specialized grades.
Tween 80 (Polysorbate 80)

Tween 80 (Polysorbate 80)

RA3389
Qty50g
$89.00

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