Guangzhou Eric Wei Chemical Co., Ltd.
Guangzhou Eric Wei Chemical Co., Ltd.

Solvay Alkamuls PSMO-20 PEG-20 Sorbitan Monooleate Nonionic Surfactant

Solvay Alkamuls PSMO-20 is a nonionic surfactant in the Alkamuls series, featuring PEG-20 sorbitan monooleate. It offers excellent emulsification, solubilization, and mildness for personal care and pharmaceutical formulations. Highly water-soluble, low-foaming, and stable across pH ranges, it enhances ingredient compatibility while meeting regulatory standards for safety and performance.
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Features Of Solvay Alkamuls PSMO-20 PEG-20 Sorbitan Monooleate Nonionic Surfactant

  1. Highly effective nonionic emulsifier with excellent oil-in-water stabilization performance.

  2. Biodegradable formulation derived from renewable raw materials (sorbitol and oleic acid).

  3. Low foaming profile suitable for high-shear and industrial cleaning applications.

  4. Good compatibility with electrolytes, acids, bases, and other nonionic or anionic surfactants.

  5. Stable across a broad pH range (pH 3–12) and tolerant to moderate temperature variations.

Typical Applications Of Solvay Alkamuls PSMO-20 PEG-20 Sorbitan Monooleate Nonionic Surfactant

  1. Emulsification of oils and fragrances in personal care formulations (e.g., creams, lotions, and after-sun products).

  2. Stabilizer in agrochemical concentrates (EC, SE, and ME formulations).

  3. Wetting and dispersing agent in industrial cleaning and metalworking fluid concentrates.

  4. Co-emulsifier in pharmaceutical topical emulsions requiring low irritation potential.

  5. Component in polymerization media for vinyl acetate and acrylic emulsion systems.

Specifications Of Solvay Alkamuls PSMO-20 PEG-20 Sorbitan Monooleate Nonionic Surfactant

Chemical TypeNonionic surfactant — PEG-20 sorbitan monooleate
Product FormViscous liquid
AppearancePale yellow to amber, clear to slightly hazy liquid
HLB Value~15.0 (theoretical)
pH (1% aqueous solution, 25°C)5.5–7.5
SolubilityFreely soluble in water and common organic solvents (e.g., ethanol, propylene glycol)
Cloud Point (1% aqueous solution)~95°C
Storage StabilityStable for ≥24 months at 5–30°C in sealed container


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