Chemical Properties
Brownish-yellow, viscous liquid.
Uses
Span 20 has been used in a study to assess enhanced solubility and oral bioavailability of itraconazole. It has also been used in a study to investigate the oxidation of unsaturated lipids in oil-in-water emulsions.
Uses
Sorbitan Monolaurate is a detergent and monoester of lauric acid and hexitol anhydrides derived from sorbitol.
Uses
sorbitan laurate is an emulsifier in cosmetic creams and lotions as well as a stabilizer of essential oils in water.
Uses
Lonzest(R) SML is used as a lubricant and as an emulsifier.
brand name
Span 20 (ICI Americas).
General Description
Span 20 is a co-surfactant.
Safety Profile
Slightly toxic by ingestion. Questionable carcinogen with experimental neoplastigenic data. When heated to decomposition it emits acrid smoke and irritating fumes.