Sorbitan monostearate in food, also known as sorbitan stearate/SMS, is synthesized by the esterification of sorbitan with stearic acid. It has a molecular formula of C24H46O6. At room temperature, this sorbitan ester is in the form of a pale-yellow to yellow granular solid. It has a sorbitan monostearate HLB value of 4.7. It has extensive uses such as, keeps moisture of yeasts; enhances oil-water dispersion stability; emulsifies and stabilizes in cosmetic, pharmaceutical, feeds, coating, textile formulations. It is commonly used in combination with polysorbate 60. ï?· CAS NO.: 1338-41-6 E NO.: sorbitan monostearate e491 adalah MOLECULAR FORMULA: C24H46O6 MOLECULAR WEIGHT: 430.61 Technical Information of sorbitan monostearate hlb According to GB13481-2011, other parameters� are available upon request. Advantages of Sorbitan Monostearate ï?· Versatile application in food formulations (e.g. enhance volume and texture and anti-staling in cakes; act as bloom retardant and flow modifier in chocolate)� ï?· Soluble in ethanol, toluene, mineral oil and ethyl acetate at temperatures higher than its melting point ï?· Sorbitan monostearate span 60 can be used in food, pharmaceutical, cosmetic, feed and industry ï?· Instructions on Use and Storage Storage Store in cool, dry place in tightly sealed packages, away from heat and light Transportation Transport as non-dangerous goods Shelf Life 1 year. For more information about list of non ionic surfactant and sorbitan fatty acid esters, please feel free to contact us!