Polysorbate 80 is used as a non-ionic, hydrophilic emulsifier, and liquid emulsifier for cosmetic creams and ointments. It is utilized as a surfactant in soaps and cosmetics and also as a lubricant. Polysorbate 80 food grade is an emulsifying agent consisting of sorbitol, ethylene oxide & and oleic acid (polyoxyethylene-80 sorbitan monooleate), oleic acid is derived from vegetable oil. Purity > 95%. Amber, a viscous liquid, odorless. Saponification value 45-55. Soluble in water & and alcohols, insoluble in oils. HLB value 15 (gives oil-in-water emulsions).

CAS: 9005-65-6

INCI Name: Polysorbate-80

Grade: USP, Kosher, Food & Cosmetic

Chemical formula: C64H124O26

Color: Yellow

Benefits:

Polysorbate 80 is an excellent solubilizer for essential oils emulsifier.

Polysorbate 80 has good function as a wetting agent, viscosity modifier, anti-static agent, stabilizer, and dispersing agent.

Polysorbate 80 cosmetic grade can also improve the rinse off of anhydrous scrubs

Emulsifying efficacy is increased when combined with sorbitan stearate

Acts as dispersing agent and anti-static thickener

Very useful as a solubilizer and stabilizer of essential oils

Use: Can be added to formulas as is. Typical use level is 1 - 10%. For external use only.

Applications: Body washes, polysorbate 80 for bath bombs, lotions, creams, bath oils, and solubilizates.

Raw material source: Sorbitol, vegetable oils

Manufacture: Polysorbate 80 is obtained by esterification of sorbitol with one or three molecules of a fatty acid including stearic, lauric, oleic, and palmitic acid.

Animal Testing: Not animal tested

GMO: Not tested for GMOs
Vegan: Does not contain animal-derived components