what is polysorbate 60 used for - 2 views
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huanachemical on 27 Nov 20Polysorbate 60, also known as polyoxyethylene monostearate sorbitan, consists of sorbitol, ethylene oxide, and stearic acid. It has a molecular formula of C64H126O26. At room temperature, it is a pale-yellow paste. It is an O/W emulsifier with a polysorbate 60 HLB value of 14.9. It is soluble in water, ethanol, ethyl acetate, and toluene. Polysorbate 60 is a popular food additive, it is used as emulsifiers in cake, protein drinks, and ice-cream formulations; it can also act as a foaming agent in alcoholic drinks, and as a dispersant in candy making. Besides, also, polysorbate 60 uses as a finisher and lubricant in the textile industry. It is often used in combination with sorbitan monostearate.