Polysorbate 85 (Tween 85) Supplier in Malaysia
- Also known as
- Tween 85
- T85
- Polyoxyethylene Sorbitan Trioleate
- PEG-20 Sorbitan Trioleate
Polysorbate 85 is a non-ionic surfactant and emulsifier offered for personal-care, agricultural and technical formulation enquiries in Malaysia. It is also known as Tween 85, T85, polyoxyethylene sorbitan trioleate and PEG-20 sorbitan trioleate. The material is generally a yellow to amber viscous oily liquid.
Its trioleate structure makes polysorbate 85 more lipophilic than polysorbate 80, so the two products should not be treated as automatic substitutes. Commercial grades may be selected by appearance, colour, acid value, hydroxyl value, saponification value, water and application-specific quality requirements.
Uses include creams, cleansing oils and makeup, as well as speciality cleaners, process fluids, agricultural concentrates, textile lubricants and industrial emulsifier blends. The useful grade depends on the oil phase, required emulsion type, processing conditions and documentation expected for the finished application.
Send the intended application, required grade, target specification, quantity and delivery location with the enquiry. A 220 kg packing option can be requested, while current availability, packing, documentation, delivery route and timing are confirmed with the quotation.
- Grade
- cosmetic and personal-care grade, technical emulsifier grade, agricultural formulation grade
- Appearance
- yellow to amber viscous oily liquid
Tween 85 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmetic and personal-care grade | yellow to amber viscous liquid | identity, colour and quality limits confirmed by grade | Non-ionic emulsification and solubilisation in compatible creams, cleansing oils, makeup and oil-rich personal-care formulations. | 220 kg can be requested; current packing is confirmed with the quotation |
| Technical emulsifier grade | viscous oily liquid | hydroxyl, acid, saponification and water limits confirmed by specification | Oil-in-water emulsification, wetting and dispersion in industrial cleaners, process fluids and speciality formulation systems. | 220 kg can be requested; current packing is confirmed with the quotation |
| Agricultural formulation grade | viscous liquid concentrate | emulsification and quality parameters confirmed for the offered grade | Non-ionic emulsifier and wetting component in compatible crop-protection concentrates, adjuvant blends and dispersion systems. | confirmed with the quotation |
How to buy Tween 85 from ChemTrade
Request a quote for Tween 85
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Product identity | polyoxyethylene sorbitan trioleate | — |
| Ionic character | non-ionic surfactant | — |
| Physical form | yellow to amber viscous oily liquid | — |
| Emulsifier character | trioleate-based and more lipophilic than polysorbate 80 | — |
Tween 85 applications
Common questions about Tween 85
Is Tween 85 the same as polysorbate 85?
Yes. Tween 85 and T85 are common commercial names for polysorbate 85, while polyoxyethylene sorbitan trioleate describes its chemical identity. The grade and specification still need to be stated for a quotation.
What is the difference between polysorbate 85 and polysorbate 80?
Polysorbate 85 is trioleate-based and is generally more lipophilic, while polysorbate 80 is based mainly on sorbitan monooleate. They have different emulsification behaviour and should not be substituted without formulation review or testing.
Which polysorbate 85 grade should I request?
Select cosmetic or personal-care grade for relevant formulations, agricultural formulation grade for compatible crop-protection systems, and technical grade for industrial emulsification or dispersion. Include the applicable internal specification with the enquiry.
Which specifications are commonly checked for polysorbate 85?
Buyers may specify appearance, colour, acid value, hydroxyl value, saponification value, water and other quality limits. Exact targets vary by grade, so send the required limits rather than assuming one universal set.
Can polysorbate 85 be requested in 220 kg packing?
A 220 kg option is known for this product family. State the preferred pack, total quantity and delivery point, and current packing availability is confirmed with the quotation.