Sorbitan monocaprylate

Sorbitan monocaprylate (CAS 60177-36-8), also known as sorbitan caprylate, is a sorbitan ester derived from sorbitol and caprylic acid; a non-ionic emulsifier and wetting agent.

Where is Sorbitan monocaprylate used?

• Food manufacturing: emulsifier that stabilizes fat-in-water systems and improves texture consistency in processed products
• Personal care: emulsification and moisturizing performance in creams and lotions
• Industrial and home care cleaning: wetting agent for substrate penetration and surface coverage
• Textile and leather processing: surface modification during finishing stages
• It helps maintain a uniform distribution of ingredients during storage.

Good to know: Its relatively short C8 fatty acid chain gives an HLB profile suited to water-in-oil emulsion systems and surface modification tasks. Buyers sourcing for food or cosmetic use should confirm compliance with relevant regional purity standards before procurement.

Commercial specifications

• Store in a cool, dry environment to maintain chemical stability