Polysorbate 80 (Tween 80) Supplier in Malaysia
- Also known as
- Tween 80
- Sorbitan Monooleate Ethoxylate
- E433
- Polyoxyethylene Sorbitan Monooleate
Polysorbate 80 is a non-ionic surfactant and emulsifier supplied for formulation work under the names Tween 80, E433 and polyoxyethylene sorbitan monooleate. It is typically a yellow to amber viscous liquid and is selected for oil-in-water emulsification, solubilisation, wetting and dispersion.
Common commercial grades include food, cosmetic, pharmaceutical or pharmacopoeial, and technical Polysorbate 80. The required grade depends on the end use, applicable standard and limits for parameters such as acid value, hydroxyl value, saponification value, water and peroxide value.
Applications include frozen desserts and emulsified foods, creams and lotions, cleansing products, oral and topical preparations, laboratory media and industrial cleaning formulations. Polysorbate 80 is the oleate-based polysorbate and should not be substituted automatically for Polysorbate 20 or Polysorbate 60, which use different fatty acid components and can behave differently in a formulation.
For a quotation, send the intended application, required grade or standard, target specification, quantity and delivery location. Availability, packing, documentation, delivery route and timing are confirmed with the quotation.
- CAS number
- 9005-65-6
- Grade
- food, cosmetic, pharmaceutical, technical
- Appearance
- yellow to amber viscous liquid
Polysorbate 80 grades and forms
We supply several forms to suit different formulating and dosing setups. If you need a size that is not listed, ask us.
| Grade | Form | Assay | Typical use | Packing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food grade polysorbate 80 (E433) | yellow to amber viscous liquid | — | Emulsification and stabilisation in food systems such as frozen desserts, sauces, dressings and flavour emulsions when an E433 grade is specified. | — |
| Cosmetic grade polysorbate 80 | yellow to amber viscous liquid | — | Oil-in-water emulsification and solubilisation in creams, lotions, cleansing formulations, makeup and products containing fragrance or heavier oils. | — |
| Pharmaceutical or pharmacopoeial grade polysorbate 80 | yellow to amber viscous liquid | — | Solubilisation and emulsification in oral, topical and other pharmaceutical formulations. State the required pharmacopoeia or internal specification in the enquiry. | — |
| Technical grade polysorbate 80 | yellow to amber viscous liquid | — | Wetting, emulsification and dispersion in detergents, process cleaners and industrial formulations that do not require a food or pharmacopoeial grade. | — |
How to buy polysorbate 80 from ChemTrade
Request a quote for polysorbate 80
Use the form below to request a quotation. You can also email sales@chemtrademalaysia.com or send us a message on WhatsApp.
Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Method |
|---|---|---|
| Appearance | yellow to amber viscous liquid | — |
| Ionic character | non-ionic surfactant | — |
| HLB value | approximately 15 | — |
| Water behaviour | dispersible in water | — |
Polysorbate 80 applications
Common questions about polysorbate 80
Is Tween 80 the same as Polysorbate 80?
Yes. Tween 80 is a widely used trade name for Polysorbate 80, while E433 is its food additive designation and polyoxyethylene sorbitan monooleate is a chemical description. State the name used by your specification when requesting a quotation.
What is the difference between Polysorbate 80, 20 and 60?
Polysorbate 80 is based mainly on oleate, while Polysorbate 20 uses laurate and Polysorbate 60 uses stearate. They are separate surfactants with different emulsification and solubilisation behaviour, so one should not be substituted for another without formulation review or trial.
Which Polysorbate 80 grade should I request?
Choose food grade for E433 food applications, cosmetic grade for personal care, a named pharmaceutical or pharmacopoeial grade where the dosage form requires it, and technical grade for suitable industrial use. Send the end use and required standard so the offered grade can be matched to your enquiry.
What specifications are commonly requested for Polysorbate 80?
Buyers commonly identify the appearance, nominal HLB, acid value, hydroxyl value, saponification value, water, peroxide value and relevant fatty acid profile. Exact limits vary by grade and standard, so include the target specification rather than assuming one set of limits.
Is Polysorbate 80 supplied as a liquid?
It is commonly described as a yellow to amber viscous liquid. Viscosity and pourability can change with temperature, so handling conditions should be checked against the offered grade's product information.
How should I request packing and documents?
State the preferred packing format and any required specification, safety data sheet or batch document in the enquiry. Available pack sizes and documents are confirmed with the quotation and should not be assumed from another Polysorbate 80 grade.