Sorbitan cocoate
What is Sorbitan cocoate?
Sorbitan cocoate (CAS 68154-36-9) is a sorbitan ester derived from coconut fatty acids; a non-ionic emulsifier and wetting agent.
Where is Sorbitan cocoate used?
- Cosmetics and personal care: stabilizes water-in-oil emulsions in creams and lotions
- Food: emulsifier in fat-based systems and coatings
- Textile processing: fiber lubricant and wetting agent that improves dye penetration
- Home care and industrial cleaning: enhances surfactant compatibility
- It improves substrate wetting in low-irritant cleaning concentrates.
Commercial specifications
- Cosmetic grade meets purity requirements for personal care
- Bulk supply in drums and IBCs; some suppliers offer food-grade material
Other Names (Synonyms)
Fatty acids, coco, monoesters with sorbitan