Solvay ALKAMULS® PSML 20 Surfactant

Description: Sorbitan ester ethoxylate with a HLB of 16.7. Oil in water emulsifier for mineral and vegetable oils in metalworking. Solubilizer, antistat and lubricant for textile industry.Chemical Name: ETHOXYLATE SORBITAN MONOLAURATECAS: 68154-33-6; 7732-18-5Soubility: Mineral Oil-Insoluble; Aromatic-Soluble; Aliphatic-insolubleAvailable in: Asia Pacific, Europe, Latin America and North AmericaApplications: ALKAMULS ® PSML-20 is a polyethoxylated sorbitan monolaurate with approximately 20 moles of ethylene oxide. Emulsifier and co-emulsifier for petroleum oils, fats, solvents and waxes in cosmetics. Viscosity modifier in non-irritating shampoos. Co-emulsifier in dye carrier formulations. Spin aid for nylon and fines aid for rayon finishing. Low order of toxicity. Good emulsification characteristics, particularly in combination with high or low HLB surfactants to form W/O or O/W emulsions. Bath Product, Body Wash, Cream and Body Lotion, Deodorant, Facial Cream, Facial Cleanser, Fragrance, Liquid Soap, Shampoo, Suncare ProductsInformation provided by Rhodia, Rhodia has been acquired by Solvay.