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ALKEST® TW 80 K

Technical Datasheet | Supplied by Oxiteno

Polysorbate 80. ALKEST® TW 80 K by Oxiteno acts as an anti-static agent, co-surfactant, humectant and dispersant/solubilizer of fragrances and oils. It is made up of ethoxylated sorbitan esters derived from the reaction of sorbitol with fatty acids sourced from a vegetable source.

The presence of the polyoxyethylene chain makes it soluble or dispersible in water, which favors its application in oil-in-water (O/W) emulsions.
ALKEST® TW 80 K is hydrophilic in nature having high HLB values.
It is mainly used in skin care, hair care, sun care and bath and shower.
It is used in body washes, hand soaps, shampoos and for as mild products, such as baby shampoos.

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This list of compatible products is generated out of estimated HSP values. A practical determination of these HSP values would provide higher certainty.
Learn more about Hansen Solubility Parameters (HSP) and their use in predictive formulation.

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