Description

Bis(Methylbenzylidene)Sorbitol is a high-performance organogelator and clarifying agent widely used in polymer processing. This compound matters for its exceptional ability to form transparent, thermoreversible gels and to nucleate polymers, significantly enhancing optical clarity and physical properties. Industries that need it include plastics manufacturing, where it is essential for producing clear polypropylene products, as well as specialty chemical formulators developing gels, coatings, and personal care items. Its reliable performance makes it a critical additive for achieving superior product quality in demanding applications.

Application

• Polymer Clarifying Agent: Primary nucleating agent for improving the transparency and reducing haze in polypropylene (PP) and other polyolefins.
• Gel Formation: Key component in creating thermoreversible organogels for applications in coatings, cosmetics, and pharmaceutical delivery systems.
• Rheology Modifier: Used to control viscosity and provide thixotropic properties in various solvent-based formulations.
• Processing Aid: Enhances the crystallization rate and cycle time in plastic injection molding and extrusion processes.
• Food Contact Materials: Employed in the production of clarified plastics for food packaging where regulatory compliance is met.
• Personal Care Products: Functions as a structurant and stabilizer in sticks, creams, and deodorants.
• Industrial Coatings: Imparts anti-sag properties and improves the application characteristics of paints and varnishes.
• Adhesives and Sealants: Acts as a thixotropic agent to prevent slump and sag in high-performance adhesives.

Basic Information

Product Name	Bis(Methylbenzylidene)Sorbitol
CAS No.	69158-41-4
Molecular Formula	C22H26O6
Molecular Weight	386.44 g/mol
Synonyms	1,3:2,4-Di-O-benzylidene-D-glucitol; 1,3:2,4-Dibenzylidene sorbitol; DBS; Dibenzylidene Sorbitol; Gelol D; Gelol MD; Millad 3905; 1,3:2,4-Bis-O-(4-methylbenzylidene)-D-glucitol
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Quality Control

Our Bis(Methylbenzylidene)Sorbitol is manufactured under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. The product undergoes rigorous testing, including assay, identification, and impurity profile analysis, to meet the stringent requirements of the polymer and specialty chemical industries. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent moisture absorption, which can affect performance. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0 %
Melting Point	220 - 230 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5 %
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.