Description

D-Glucitol Mono(12-Hydroxystearate) is a non-ionic surfactant and emulsifier derived from sorbitol and 12-hydroxystearic acid, offering a unique combination of hydrophilic and lipophilic properties. This compound is valued for its excellent stabilizing and conditioning effects in formulations requiring high-performance surface activity. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the cosmetics, personal care, and specialty chemical industries seeking reliable, multifunctional ingredients.

Application

• Cosmetic & Personal Care Formulations: Acts as a key emulsifier and stabilizer in creams, lotions, and ointments, providing a smooth texture and enhanced skin feel.
• Pharmaceutical Topicals: Used as an excipient in topical drug delivery systems for its emulsifying and solubilizing properties.
• Industrial Lubricants & Greases: Serves as an additive to improve the stability and performance characteristics of synthetic lubricants and specialty greases.
• Food-Grade Emulsifiers: Potential application in food systems as an emulsifying agent, subject to specific purity grades and regulatory approvals.
• Polymer & Plastic Additives: Functions as an internal or external lubricant and anti-static agent in plastic processing.
• Agricultural Adjuvants: Employed in pesticide and herbicide formulations to enhance spreading, wetting, and adherence on plant surfaces.

Basic Information

Product Name	D-Glucitol Mono(12-Hydroxystearate)
CAS No.	94031-18-2
Molecular Formula	C24H46O9
Molecular Weight	478.62 g/mol
Synonyms	Sorbitan Monohydroxystearate; Sorbitan 12-Hydroxystearate; Sorbitan Mono(12-hydroxystearate); D-Glucitol, 1-(12-hydroxyoctadecanoate); 12-Hydroxyoctadecanoic acid, monoester with D-glucitol; (S)-12-Hydroxyoctadecanoic acid sorbitan monoester; SPAN 60HS (trade name variant); Sorbitan ester of 12-hydroxystearic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our D-Glucitol Mono(12-Hydroxystearate) is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for identity, purity, and performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting key parameters such as assay, acid value, and hydroxyl value 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, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which can affect product quality.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to pale yellow waxy solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Acid Value	≤ 10.0 mg KOH/g
Hydroxyl Value	Contact for details
Saponification Value	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details

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