Category:
Prophylactic Biological Products
CAS NO:
1338-43-8
Standard:
In-house Standards,
Sorbitan monooleate, commonly known as Span 80, is a non-ionic surfactant produced via the dehydration of sorbitol and oleic acid. With CAS 1338-43-8 and molecular formula C24H44O6, it appears as a brown thick oily liquid. This emulsifier stabilizes water-in-oil emulsions effectively.
Store in a cool, dry place away from oxidizing agents. Avoid skin contact; use appropriate PPE including gloves and goggles. Not intended for direct human ingestion or intravenous administration without pharmaceutical-grade processing.