Sorbitan Laurate Supplier in Malaysia
- Also known as
- Sorbitan Monolaurate
- Span 20
- E493
Sorbitan laurate supplier enquiries in Malaysia cover the non-ionic sorbitan ester also known as sorbitan monolaurate, Span 20 and E493. It is a lipophilic emulsifier and dispersing aid used where oil-and-water systems require a sorbitan ester based on lauric acid.
Commercial selections include food, personal-care, pharmaceutical and technical grades. Buyers may specify acid value, hydroxyl value, saponification value, moisture, colour and ester profile, together with any compendial or formulation-specific documentation requirement.
Applications include food emulsions, creams, lotions, cleansing products, pharmaceutical preparations, industrial cleaners, coatings and process formulations. Sorbitan laurate is distinct from ethoxylated polysorbate 20 and from the stearate and oleate members of the sorbitan ester family.
Send the required grade, target specification, application, quantity and delivery location with your enquiry. Availability, pack format, documentation and delivery timing are confirmed with the quotation.
- CAS number
- 1338-39-2
- Formula
- C18H34O6
- Grade
- food, personal care, pharmaceutical, technical
- Appearance
- amber to yellow viscous liquid or soft paste, depending on grade and temperature
Sorbitan Laurate 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 sorbitan laurate | amber viscous liquid or soft paste | identity, ester profile, acid value and moisture confirmed against the required food specification | Lipophilic emulsifier and dispersing aid in food formulations where sorbitan monolaurate is specified as E493. | Confirm the required pail or drum presentation with the quotation. |
| Personal-care sorbitan laurate | yellow to amber viscous liquid | colour, acid value, hydroxyl value and ester profile confirmed against the formulation | Emulsifier, co-emulsifier and dispersing ingredient in creams, lotions, cleansing products and other personal-care systems. | Confirm the required pail or drum presentation with the quotation. |
| Pharmaceutical-grade sorbitan laurate | amber viscous liquid or soft paste | compendial or customer specification confirmed for the intended formulation | Excipient and emulsifying component in suitable pharmaceutical and healthcare formulations that name sorbitan monolaurate. | Confirm the required pail or drum presentation with the quotation. |
| Technical sorbitan laurate | amber viscous liquid | ester profile, acid value, hydroxyl value and moisture confirmed by grade | Industrial emulsification, wetting and dispersing in coatings, cleaning, polymer and process formulations. | Confirm the required pail or drum presentation with the quotation. |
How to buy sorbitan laurate from ChemTrade
Request a quote for sorbitan laurate
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Chemical identity | sorbitan monolaurate, CAS 1338-39-2 | — |
| Commercial grades | food, personal-care, pharmaceutical and technical selections | — |
| Typical controls | acid value, hydroxyl value, saponification value, moisture, colour and ester profile confirmed by grade | — |
| Physical form | viscous liquid or soft paste depending on grade and temperature | — |
Sorbitan Laurate applications
Safety and handling
Keep sealed, dry and protected from excessive heat. Follow the storage and handling information supplied for the quoted food, personal-care, pharmaceutical or technical grade.
Common questions about sorbitan laurate
Is sorbitan laurate the same as sorbitan monolaurate?
Yes. Sorbitan laurate is commonly sold as sorbitan monolaurate and is also known by the trade term Span 20. The grade and specification still need to match the intended food, personal-care, pharmaceutical or technical use.
Is sorbitan laurate the same as polysorbate 20?
No. Sorbitan laurate is the non-ethoxylated sorbitan ester, while polysorbate 20 is an ethoxylated derivative with different emulsification behaviour. They have separate identities and should not be substituted by name alone.
Which sorbitan laurate grade should I request?
State the end use and the applicable specification. Food, personal-care, pharmaceutical and technical grades may differ in purity controls, documentation, colour and other quality limits even when the chemical identity is the same.
What specifications are commonly checked for sorbitan laurate?
Buyers commonly state acid value, hydroxyl value, saponification value, moisture, colour and ester profile. Include any compendial or formulation-specific requirement so the grade can be matched correctly.
What information is needed for a sorbitan laurate quote?
Provide the grade, specification, application, quantity, delivery location, preferred pack format and required documents. Availability and actual packing are confirmed with the quotation.