Sorbitan monostearate (Span 60)

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Formula

CAS

 

1338-43-8

 
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Background

Sorbitan monostearate (Span 60) is a nonionic surface active agent. This product tends to be oil-soluble and dispersible or insoluble in water.

 

Synonyms

Span 60

 

Uses

Cosmetics
Pharmaceutical creams and lotions

 

Cross-Reactions

Sorbitan sesquioleate (Arlacel 83)

 

Unusual Reactions

 

 

References

 1.

Tosti, A., et al., Prevalence and sources of sensitization to emulsifiers: a clinical study. Contact Dermatitis, 1990. 23(2): p. 68-72.

 2.

Pasche-Koo, F., et al., High sensitization rate to emulsifiers in patients with chronic leg ulcers. Contact Dermatitis, 1994. 31(4): p. 226-8.

 

 

 

 

 

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