Description
Molecular Formula: C24H46O6
Molecular Weight: 430.62
Structural Formula:![]()
Specification of Span 60:
Items
Specifications
Melting point
54-57°C(lit.)
Boiling Point
464.84°C (rough estimate)
Density
1.00
Vapor pressure
<1.4hPa(20°C)
Refractive index
1.4593(estimate)
Flash Point
>230°F
Solubility
practically insoluble, but dispersible in water, slightly soluble in alcohols.
HLB
4.7
Items | Specifications |
Melting point | 54-57°C(lit.) |
Boiling Point | 464.84°C (rough estimate) |
Density | 1.00 |
Vapor pressure | <1.4hPa(20°C) |
Refractive index | 1.4593(estimate) |
Flash Point | >230°F |
Solubility | practically insoluble, but dispersible in water, slightly soluble in alcohols. |
HLB | 4.7 |
Function of Span 60:
- Span 60 is a nonionic surfactant with emulsifying effect.
- ARLACEL 60 has dispersing and wetting effect.
- Span 60 has solubilizing and stabilizing effects.
- Sorbitan stearate has lubricating and antistatic effects.
Application of Span 60:
- Span 60 used as emulsifier in bakery products, such as cake and bread; stabilizer in ice cream and dairy products.
- Used as water-in-oil (W/O) emulsifier in creams, lotions, shampoos and other products.
- Arlacel 60 used as stabilizer and dispersant in shower gels and detergents to stabilize foam and dissolve flavors, preservatives and other ingredients.
- Used as dispersant to emulsify flavors, salad dressings, etc.
- Sorbitan Monostearate as a lubricant and antistatic agent added to polyvinyl chloride (PVC), polystyrene (PS) and other resins.
- Used as softener and antistatic agent to treat fibers, etc.
Product Packaging and Transportation Show:


FQAs:
- Q1:What kind of packaging do the products usually come in?
A: This depends on the specific form of the product.
a1:If the product is in powder form, it is usually packed in 25kg woven bag/25kg cardboard drum, samples are usually bagged .
a2:If the product is liquid, it is usually packed in 180kg plastic drum/200kg iron drum, and the samples are usually in bottles.
a3:If customers have special requirements, please inform us in advance, we will choose the most suitable packaging according to the actual situation. - Q2:What is your shipping method?
A1:Usually, we will send small goods by FedEx, UPS and other international courier; bulk goods can be selected by sea, air or sea-land transport and other ways.
A2:If you have a designated courier or logistics channel, please be sure to inform us in advance so that we can arrange according to your requirements. - Q3: What methods can customers pay?
A: We offer a variety of payment methods, including TT transfer and credit card payment, which you can choose according to your needs. - Q4: What is your delivery time?
A: The exact delivery time will be determined according to the product category and quantity in your order. - Q5: If you have any questions or needs, please feel free to contact us, we will be happy to provide you with satisfactory service!





