Sorbitan Sesquioleate

AKA “Arlacel C, Sorgen 30, Sorbitan, sesquioleate, Span 83, Protachem SOC, Glycomul SOC, Liposorb SQ0”

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Ingredient Facts

Sorbitan sesquioleate

AKA: Arlacel C, Sorgen 30, Span 83, Protachem SOC, Glycomul SOC, Liposorb SQ0

Synthetic · Emulsifier | Surfactant - Cleansing · EWG: 4

Plant-Derived

Cleanser

Emulsifier

Plant Oil

Synthetic

Clean

A natural-derived emulsifier that helps blend oil and water-based ingredients together, creating smooth, stable textures in lotions and creams.

Formula

C66H130O18

Mol. Weight

1211.70

CAS #

8007-43-0

Form

Liquid

Plant-Derived

Botanical-Derived Synthetic. Typically derived from coconut, palm kernel, or soybean oils as the oleic acid source. Synthesized through esterification of sorbitol with oleic acid, then partially dehydrated to form sesquioleate.

Function

Emulsifier | Surfactant - Cleansing

Benefits

Emulsifier

Mixes Oil & Water

Traditional Use

A trademarked sorbitan emulsifier developed by Croda in the mid-20th century. Created to provide stable emulsification in cosmetic creams and lotions as a replacement for traditional soap-based emulsifiers.