Tween 80

Polyoxyethylene sorbitan fatty acid esters, often commercially known as "Tween", appear as yellow to amber viscous liquids, pastes or waxy solids (for example, Tween 20 is a liquid, Tween 60 is a paste, and Tween 85 is a viscous liquid) due to the different lengths of the fatty acid chain. They have no peculiar smell or a slight special odor. It is readily soluble in polar solvents such as water, ethanol and ethylene glycol, but poorly soluble in non-polar solvents such as mineral oil and vegetable oil.

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Product Usage

Tween 80, also known as Polysorbate 80, is a widely used nonionic surfactant applied in food, pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and industrial fields. In the food industry, it acts as an emulsifier and stabilizer to improve product uniformity and texture. In pharmaceuticals, it helps enhance the solubility and dispersion of active ingredients. In cosmetics, it is commonly used in lotions and creams to improve formulation stability and user experience. It also serves as a wetting and dispersing agent in industrial applications, offering good safety and compatibility.