Sorbitan distearate

Sorbitan distearate (CAS 36521-89-8) is a non-ionic emulsifier derived from sorbitol and stearic acid, positioned between the mono- and tristearate grades in the sorbitan ester series.

Where is Sorbitan distearate used?

• Personal care: stabilizes creams and lotions, contributing a smooth, waxy texture
• Food: controls fat crystallization and improves emulsion stability in baked goods, confectionery coatings and margarine blends
• Textile and leather processing: lubricant and softening agent during fiber treatment and finishing
• Coatings and adhesives: dispersing aid that distributes pigments and fillers uniformly
• It functions as an emulsifier, co-emulsifier and consistency agent in oil-in-water and water-in-oil systems.

Commercial specifications

• Pallet and bulk packaging for industrial volumes
• Food-grade and cosmetic-grade specifications commonly sourced, evaluated against established sorbitan ester monographs