CAS: 9005-65-6
Polysorbate 80 is an emulsifier derived from sorbitol and oleic acid. It is a yellow to amber liquid with an HLB of approximately 15, making it ideal for stabilizing oil-in-water emulsions. Polysorbate 80 effectively solubilizes hydrophobic substances, ensuring a uniform distribution of ingredients in formulations. It is recognized for its mildness, making it suitable for a variety of personal care and food applications.
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CQsorb 80 is ChemQuest International’s high-quality polysorbate 80, a versatile, non-ionic surfactant and emulsifier used in commercial formulations across multiple industries.
Polysorbate 80 helps blend oil and water-based ingredients into stable, uniform systems. It is derived from sorbitol and oleic acid and then ethoxylated to create a hydrophilic-lipophilic balance (HLB) ideal for oil-in-water emulsions.
Personal care formulators, food & beverage manufacturers, and pharmaceutical companies use polysorbate 80 as an:
Polysorbate 80 has a high HLB value, making it well-suited for oil-in-water emulsions. Its stability across a broad pH range ensures compatibility with many active ingredients and functional additives.
ChemQuest’s CQsorb 80 meets established quality standards and exhibits the following properties:
| Product Property | Description |
| Appearance | Clear liquid |
| Moisture Content % (by KF) | 3.00 Max. |
| pH 5% in Distilled Water | 5.00 – 7.00 |
| Saponification Value (mg KOH/g) | 45.00 – 55.00 |
| Acid Value (mg KOH/g) | 2.00 Max. |
| Hydroxyl Value (mg KOH/g) | 65.00-80.00 |
| Peroxide Value (mEq/KG) | 10.00 Max. |
| Heavy Metals (ppm) | 10.00 Max. |
Polysorbate 80 is used across a variety of specialty industries due to its emulsifying and solubilizing properties. Major applications for Polysorbate 80 include:
In rinse-off formulations, polysorbate 80 improves consistency and helps stabilize essential oils in water-based systems. Common applications include:
In skin care, polysorbate 80 plays a critical role in dispersing oils and active ingredients evenly. It supports stable emulsions and improves overall texture and spreadability. Typical uses include:
Polysorbate 80 is used in veterinary and animal care formulations that require dispersion and solubilization. Applications may include:
In cleaning and industrial detergent formulations, polysorbate 80 acts as a wetting and dispersing agent, helping solubilize fragrance oils for sensory enjoyment. Typical applications include:
In food, polysorbate 80 is identified as E433. When used within regulated limits, it helps improve texture, stability, and consistency in aqueous products that require even oil distribution. Common applications include:
Polysorbate 80 functions as a solubilizer and stabilizer in pharmaceutical applications. It improves the solubility of hydrophobic drug compounds and helps prevent protein aggregation in sensitive biologic formulations. Applications include:
Polysorbate 80’s emulsifying and wetting properties support the uniform distribution of materials in a wide range of specialty and industrial applications, including:
CQsorb 80 provides consistent performance for manufacturers requiring scalable, high-quality emulsification and batch-to-batch consistency.
In properly formulated and regulated applications, polysorbate 80 is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) for approved uses. Manufacturers are responsible for ensuring compliance with applicable local and international regulations.
As with all functional surfactants and emulsifiers, proper handling and storage maintains product integrity and ensures safe use in manufacturing environments.
General handling and storage guidelines:
Consult the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for detailed information regarding handling procedures, personal protective equipment, and spill response guidance.
Polysorbate 80 is used as an emulsifier, solubilizer, dispersing agent, and wetting agent in a broad range of commercial formulations. It helps stabilize oil-in-water emulsions and improves the distribution of hydrophobic ingredients in food & beverage products, personal care formulations, pharmaceuticals, and specialty cleaning products.
Polysorbate 80 is derived from sorbitol and oleic acid. Through ethoxylation, polyoxyethylene chains are added to form a non-ionic surfactant with a high hydrophilic-lipophilic balance (HLB).
ChemQuest International’s CQsorb 80 is available for commercial and wholesale volumes to support manufacturers across personal care, food, pharmaceutical, and industrial sectors. As a trusted polysorbate 80 supplier, we adhere to consistent quality standards, provide reliable documentation, and offer scalable supply capabilities.
ChemQuest International is an established polysorbate 80 supplier, with years of experience helping clients in specialty industries solve commercial-scale production challenges. Our high-quality ingredients are backed by traceable documentation, technical support, and dependable bulk availability.