SPAN 80 = Sorbitan Monooleate = SMO = E494
CAS Number:1338-43-8
EC Number: 618-490-5
E number: E494 (thickeners, ...)
Chemical formula: C24H44O6
Molar mass: 428.610 g·mol−1
SPAN 80 (Sorbitan Monooleate) is a food additive with the E number E494.
SPAN 80 (Sorbitan Monooleate) is an oil soluble, water dispersible emulsifier.
SPAN 80 (Sorbitan Monooleate) acts as a nonionic water in oil emulsifier, as well as a co-emulsifier for oil in water emulsions.
SPAN 80 (Sorbitan Monooleate) is suitable for use in lotions, creams, hair care, and sunscreens.
SPAN 80 (Sorbitan Monooleate) is an amber-colored oily viscous liquid with a light cream to tan beads or flakes.
SPAN 80 (Sorbitan Monooleate) can also be hard waxy solid with a slight odor.
SPAN 80 (Sorbitan Monooleate) is an emulsifier and stabilizer.
SPAN 80 (Sorbitan Monooleate) is often used in ice cream making it smoother, easier to handle and increases its resistance to melting.
PRODUCT NAME:
Sorbitan Monooleate (E494)
Definition of SPAN 80 (Sorbitan Monooleate):
SPAN 80 (Sorbitan Monooleate) is an ester of sorbitan and oleic acid.
SPAN 80's (Sorbitan Monooleate) primary uses in foods is as an emulsifier and to modify crystallization structure in fats.
Health considerations of SPAN 80 (Sorbitan Monooleate):
At the levels expected with normal consumption, no negative effects have been attributed to SPAN 80 (Sorbitan Monooleate).
SPAN 80 (Sorbitan Monooleate) may be found in:
-bakery products
-toppings and coatings
-marmalade
-fat emulsions
-milk and cream analogues
-beverage whiteners
-liquid tea concentrates and liquid fruit and herbal infusion concentrates
-edible ices
-emulsified sauces
-dietary food supplements
-chewing gum
-dietetic foods intended for special medical purposes
SPAN 80 (Sorbitan Monooleate) acts as a nonionic water in oil emulsifier, as well as a co-emulsifier for oil in water emulsions.
KEYWORDS:
1338-43-8, 618-490-5, SMO, E494, Sorbitan mono-(9Z)-9-octadecenoate, Anhydrosorbitol monooleate, DSSTox_RID_78437, D-Glucitol 1 4-anhydro- 6-(9-octadecenoate), DSSTox_GSID_27397, 1 4-anhydro-6-O-[(9Z)-octadec-9-enoyl]-D-glucitol
SYNONYMOUS:
SMO; Sorbitan Esters
CLASS:
Emulsifier
DESCRIPTION AND INGREDIENTS:
SPAN 80 (Sorbitan Monooleate) is a mixture of partial esters of sorbitol and anhydrides and vegetable oleic acid.
SPAN 80 (Sorbitan Monooleate) may have free fatty acids and sorbitol, isosorbide esters.
APPEARANCE of SPAN 80 (Sorbitan Monooleate):
Cream yellowish bead solid powders and characteristic smell.
SOLUBILITY:
SPAN 80 (Sorbitan Monooleate) cannot be decomposed in water.
INTENDED USAGE:
SPAN 80 (Sorbitan Monooleate) is lipophilic surfactant substance.
SPAN 80 (Sorbitan Monooleate) is generally used as an emulsifer together with polysorbates.
SPAN 80 (Sorbitan Monooleate) is used to change crystallization of the oils.
QUANTITY OF USAGE:
SPAN 80 (Sorbitan Monooleate) is determined by the practitioner according to intended use and place of use.
USAGE AREA of SPAN 80 (Sorbitan Monooleate):
-Fine bakery products
-Fine bakery products, decoration and coating materials
-Baker’s yeasts
-Oil emulsions
-Milk and cream mixtures
-Gel marmelades
-Tahini halva varieties
-Cocoa based candies
-Chocolates
-Liquid mixtures of fruits and vegetables
-Sweets
-Sugar based candies
-Food supplements
Sorbitan Oleate is the INCI name of Sorbitan Monooleate.
The INCI nomenclature is an international terminology that standardizes the naming system of ingredients in cosmetics for cosmetic ingredients and substances.
SPAN 80 (Sorbitan Monooleate) is widely used in the cosmetic industry as an emollient, emulsion stabilizer or conditioning agent.
SPAN 80 (Sorbitan Monooleate) is obtained during the condensation reaction of oleic acid with sorbitol.
General Features of SPAN 80 (Sorbitan Monooleate):
SPAN 80 (Sorbitan Monooleate) is an ester of an unsaturated fatty acid ( C18H34O2 ) belonging to the group of sugar alcohols ( C6H14O6 ) and oleic acid, an example of sorbitol .
SPAN 80 (Sorbitan Monooleate) is also referred to by its common name, Sorbitan Monooleate, in the literature.
The CAS number of SPAN 80 (Sorbitan Monooleate) is 1338-43-8 .
SPAN 80 (Sorbitan Monooleate) is an explicit numerical term assigned to a chemical by the American organization Chemical Abstracts Service (CAS).
SPAN 80 (Sorbitan Monooleate) is a yellow to brown viscous liquid.
SPAN 80 (Sorbitan Monooleate) dissolves well in ethanol, mineral oil as well as vegetable oils.
However, SPAN 80 (Sorbitan Monooleate) is characterized by very low solubility in water.
SPAN 80 (Sorbitan Monooleate) is a type of ingredient of animal, vegetable and synthetic origin.
Most often, plant origin predominates, as a result of which oleic acid is obtained for synthesis from olive oil, butter or cod liver oil.
Chemically, SPAN 80 (Sorbitan Monooleate) is formed by binding sorbitan (a molecule of anhydrous sorbitol) to an unsaturated fatty acid (oleic acid) forming partly water-soluble (sorbitan) and partly oil-soluble (oleic acid) particles.
The structure of the resulting molecules determines their properties and application.
Function of SPAN 80 (Sorbitan Monooleate) in cosmetic products:
SPAN 80 (Sorbitan Monooleate) in cosmetic formulations acts as a key ingredient.
Base substances are the elements necessary to create a cosmetic.
They are responsible for the form in which cosmetics are formed, and also allow other ingredients to enter, including active ingredients.
The key ingredient, SPAN 80 (Sorbitan Monooleate), is a lipophilic emulsifier in W/O emulsions (water molecules suspended in the oily phase).
A characteristic feature of W/O emulsions is a strong interaction caused by small distances between water droplets suspended in the emulsion.
Therefore, such dispersion systems are recommended for the care of dry skin.
As an emulsifier, SPAN 80 (Sorbitan Monooleate) also protects cosmetics from delamination during storage.
Applications of SPAN 80 (Sorbitan Monooleate):
Dry yeast:
SPAN 80 (Sorbitan Monooleate) acts as the carrier of active yeast.
SPAN 80 (Sorbitan Monooleate) promotes dry yeast shape and maintains the bio-activity after hydration.
Margarine:
SPAN 80 (Sorbitan Monooleate) maintains fine and stable water-oil dispersion, Improves plasticity, Prevents splashing during frying.
Shortening:
Adjusts oil crystal, Improves stability and whipping strength
Whipping cream:
SPAN 80 (Sorbitan Monooleate) shortens whipping time, Improves foam volume and structure, Creates a nice and stiff foams.
Coffee-mate:
SPAN 80 (Sorbitan Monooleate) gives a more uniform fat globule size distribution resulting in improved whitening effect and dissolves in water well.
Cake emulsifier:
SPAN 80 (Sorbitan Monooleate) enlarges cake volume, Improves cake texture and paste stability, Prolongs shelf life.
Cake:
SPAN 80 (Sorbitan Monooleate) enlarges cake volume, Improves cake texture, Prolongs shelf life.
Ice cream:
SPAN 80 (Sorbitan Monooleate) promotes emulsifying if dairy fat, Prevents thick ice crystal, Improves mouth feel and shape retention.
SPAN 80 (Sorbitan Monooleate) increases bulging rate
Confectionary and chocolate:
SPAN 80 (Sorbitan Monooleate) improves oils and fat dispersion, Decreases syrup viscosity and adjusts crystallization of confectionaries.
SPAN 80 (Sorbitan Monooleate) is used as W/O emulsion explosive, preparation agent of textile, lubricant and softening agent of textile and leather.
Additionally, SPAN 80 (Sorbitan Monooleate) is a dispersant in cosmetic formulations as well as a nonionic surfactant, that is, it works as a surfactant.
Cosmetics containing SPAN 80 (Sorbitan Monooleate) show strong moisturizing properties.
They prevent the epidermis from losing water and drying out caused by other high-powered detergents.
SPAN 80 (Sorbitan Monooleate) mainly disperses pigments and mineral filters in cosmetics for make-up purposes, i.e. color cosmetics, sunscreen preparations (allowing them to be evenly distributed over the entire volume of the cosmetic formulation).
SPAN 80 (Sorbitan Monooleate) is used in various formulas in the cosmetic industry, including skin care products, skin cleansing products (cleansing foams, gels, micellar lotions), moisturizing products, eye makeup and other makeup products.
SPAN 80 (Sorbitan Monooleate) is also perceived as a fragrance agent.
Non-cosmetic use of SPAN 80 (Sorbitan Monooleate):
Although SPAN 80 (Sorbitan Monooleate) is widely used in the production of cosmetic formulations, it is also used in other industries due to its properties:
-Products containing SPAN 80 (Sorbitan Monooleate) are capable of extinguishing foam, such as the ROKwin 80 offered by the PCC Group;
-SPAN 80 (Sorbitan Monooleate) is used in emulsion explosives in the mining industry;
-PVC acts as a plasticizer in the manufacture of compositions used for coating paper and metal foils;
-SPAN 80 (Sorbitan Monooleate) acts as an emulsion stabilizer in the polymerization of styrene, butadiene and butadiene-styrene copolymer.
Industry Uses of SPAN 80 (Sorbitan Monooleate):
-Agricultural chemicals (non-pesticidal)
-Finishing agents
-Intermediates
-Lubricants and lubricant additives
-Pigments
-Processing aids, not otherwise listed
-Processing aids, specific to petroleum production
-Solids separation agents
-Solvents (for cleaning and degreasing)
-Solvents (which become part of product formulation or mixture)
-Surface active agents
-Metal-working fluid emulsifier
Specifications of SPAN 80 (Sorbitan Monooleate):
Appearance (Clarity): Clear
Appearance (Colour): Pale yellow
Appearance (Form): Viscous liquid
Acid value: max. 10
Saponification value: 145 - 160
Water (KF): max. 1%
SPAN 80 (Sorbitan Monooleate) is a non-ionic surfactant that can be used to form oil-in-water emulsions and in combination with low HLB surfactants can form water-in-oil emulsions.
EPA approved oil spill dispersant.
Consumer Uses of SPAN 80 (Sorbitan Monooleate):
-Air care products
-Automotive care products
-Chemical Intermediate and distribution and resales
-Cleaning and furnishing care products
-Explosive materials
-Fabric, textile, and leather products not covered elsewhere
-Fuels and related products
-Ink, toner, and colorant products
-Lubricants and greases
-Non-TSCA use
-Personal care products
-Pet Care/Veterinary
-Water treatment products
Appreance of SPAN 80 (Sorbitan Monooleate):
SPAN 80 (Sorbitan Monooleate) is a viscous liquid having light yellow to dark amber colour
Density:
0.986 g/cc at 25 deg.C.
Flash point:
> 110 deg.C.
Acid value:
8 max
Hydroxyl Value:
190 – 210
Iodine Value:
62 – 76
Saponification value:
145 – 160
Heavy metals:
10 ppm max
HLB Value:
4.3
Moisture:
1.0 % max
Viscosity:
900 – 1200 cps
Functions of SPAN 80 (Sorbitan Monooleate):
-Dispersing Agents
-Emulsion Stabilisers
-Pigment Wetters
-Emulsifiers
-Surfactants / Detergents
Applications of SPAN 80 (Sorbitan Monooleate):
-Bath, Shower & Soaps
-Eye Colour
-Eye Contour Care
-Face / Neck Skin Care
-Face Colour
-Facial Cleansers
-Hair Conditioners - Rinse off
-Lip Care
-Lip Colour
-Shampoos
-Styling
SPAN 80 (Sorbitan Monooleate) is a low surfactant suggested for use as a w/o emulsifier or as an o/w emulsifier for use in cosmetic formulations, oil field chemicals, plastics, household products, coatings and textiles.
SPAN 80 (Sorbitan Monooleate) functions as a low nonionic emulsifier.
SPAN 80 (Sorbitan Monooleate) is well suited for a broad number of applications including emulsifier in explosives.
SPAN 80 (Sorbitan Monooleate) is used as a wetting agent, coupling agent and dispersing agent in various products.
In cosmetics, pharmaceutical creams, and various other personal care products, SPAN 80 (Sorbitan Monooleate) is used as friction modifier and emulsifier.
This clear viscous oily liquid is used for ethoxilation.
CAS No :1338-43-8
Synonyms : SMO, Span 80, SorbitanOleate
Molecular formula : C24H44O6
Safety of using cosmetics containing SPAN 80 (Sorbitan Monooleate):
Since SPAN 80 (Sorbitan Monooleate) does not show allergic reaction to cosmetic products containing it.
SPAN 80 (Sorbitan Monooleate) has been accepted as a safe product in current conditions and concentrations used.
Data from SPAN 80 (Sorbitan Monooleate) safety reports include rare cases of skin irritation (severe acne problems, eczema, blackheads) after contact with the product.
SPAN 80 (Sorbitan Monooleate) mainly affects people suffering from serious skin diseases.
Preferred IUPAC name
(2R)-2-[(2R,3R,4S)-3,4-Dihydroxyoxolan-2-yl]-2-hydroxyethyl (9Z)-octadec-9-enoate
Other names
Sorbitan oleate; Span 80
Identifiers of SPAN 80 (Sorbitan Monooleate):
CAS Number
1338-43-8
ChemSpider
21171844
EC Number
618-490-5
E number
E494 (thickeners, ...)
PubChem CID
9920342
UNII
06XEA2VD56
CompTox Dashboard (EPA)
DTXSID6027397
Properties of SPAN 80 (Sorbitan Monooleate):
Chemical formula
C24H44O6
Molar mass
428.610 g·mol−1
Density
0.986 g/mL
Where is SPAN 80 (Sorbitan Monooleate) found?
SPAN 80 (Sorbitan Monooleate) is an emulsifier, thickener, and stabilizer found in food products, household items, and oral pharmaceuticals.
How can you avoid contact with SPAN 80 (Sorbitan Monooleate)?
Avoid products that list any of the following names in SPAN 80 (Sorbitan Monooleate):
-Alkamuls SMO
-Arlacel 80
-Armotan MO
-Atmer 05
-CCRIS 710
-Crill 4
-Dehymuls SMO
-Disponil 100
-EINECS 215-665-4
-Emasol 410
-Emasol O 10
-Emasol O 10F
-Emsorb 2500
-G 946
-Glycomul O
-HSDB 5822
-Ionet S-80
-Kemmat S 80
-Kosteran O 1
-Lonzest SMO
-ML 33F
-ML 55F
-MO 33F
-Monodehydrosorbitol monooleate
-Montan 80
-Montane 80 VGA
-NSC 406239
-Newcol 80
-Nikkol SO 10
-Nikkol SO-15
-Nissan Nonion OP 80R
-Nonion OP80R
-O 250
-Oleate de sorbitan
-Oleate de sorbitan [INN-French]
-Oleato de sorbitano
-Oleato de sorbitano [INN-Spanish]
-Radiasurf 7155
-Rheodol AO 10
-Rheodol SP-O 10
-Rikemal O 250
-S 270
-S 271 (surfactant)
-S 80
-S-MAX 80
-Sorbester P 17
-Sorbitan O
-Sorbitan monooleate
-Sorbitan monooleate. (Compound usually contains also associated fatty acids.)
-Sorbitan monooleic acid ester
-Sorbitan oleate
-Sorbitan, mono-9-octadecenoate, (Z)-
-Sorbitani oleas
-Sorbitani oleas [INN-Latin]
-Sorbon S 80
-Sorgen 40
-Sorgen 40A
-Span 80
What are some products that may contain SPAN 80 (Sorbitan Monooleate)?
-Household Products
-Liquids/Creams
-Shampoo
Molecular Weight: 428.6
XLogP3-AA: 6
Hydrogen Bond Donor Count: 3
Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count: 6
Rotatable Bond Count: 19
Exact Mass: 428.31378912
Monoisotopic Mass: 428.31378912
Topological Polar Surface Area: 96.2 Ų
Heavy Atom Count: 30
Formal Charge: 0
Complexity: 453
Isotope Atom Count: 0
Defined Atom Stereocenter Count: 4
Undefined Atom Stereocenter Count: 0
Defined Bond Stereocenter Count: 1
Undefined Bond Stereocenter Count: 0
Covalently-Bonded Unit Count: 1
Compound Is Canonicalized: Yes
Synonyms:
Sorbitan monooleate
Sorbitan, mono-(9Z)-9-octadecenoate
Arlacel 80
1338-43-8
Anhydrosorbitol monooleate
Span 80
Sorbitan mono-oletae
SORBITAN OLEATE
Sorbitan, mono-9-octadecenoate
06XEA2VD56
INS NO.494
INS-494
NSC-406239
NCGC00164240-01
Sorbitan oleate [INN]
E-494
DSSTox_CID_7397
DSSTox_RID_78437
D-Glucitol, 1,4-anhydro-, 6-(9-octadecenoate)
DSSTox_GSID_27397
1,4-anhydro-6-O-[(9Z)-octadec-9-enoyl]-D-glucitol
sorbitan mono-oleate
CAS-1338-43-8
SORBITAN MONOOLEATE [USAN]
Sorbitani oleas
Glycomul O
Sorbitan O
Alkamuls SMO
Armotan MO
Dehymuls SMO
Lonzest SMO
NSC 406239
Oleate de sorbitan
Kosteran O 1
Oleato de sorbitano
Crill 4
Sorbester P 17
Disponil 100
Montan 80
Newcol 80
Nonion OP80R
Radiasurf 7155
Sorgen 40
Sorgen 40A
Montane 80 VGA
Rheodol AO 10
Atmer 05
Emasol O 10
Emasol O 10F
Kemmat S 80
Nikkol SO 10
Nikkol SO-15
Sorbon S 80
Emasol 410
Rheodol SP-O 10
Rikemal O 250
Sorbitan, mono-9-octadecenoate, (Z)-
Emsorb 2500
Ionet S-80
Span-80
S 271 (surfactant)
Nissan Nonion OP 80R
Mannide monooleate, liquid
Dianhydromannitol monooleate
SCHEMBL4504
Span(R) 80, for GC
UNII-06XEA2VD56
Monodehydrosorbitol monooleate
Sorbitan monooleic acid ester
CCRIS 710
Sorbitani oleas [INN-Latin]
Mannide monooleate, from plant
Sorbitan esters sorbitan oleate
SORBITAN OLEATE [INCI]
ML 55F
MO 33F
S-MAX 80
Sorbitan monooleate [USAN:NF]
CHEMBL1894187
DTXSID6027397
SORBITAN MONOOLEATE [II]
SORBITAN OLEATE [MART.]
HSDB 5822
Oleate de sorbitan [INN-French]
SORBITAN MONOOLEATE [FCC]
Span #80 (Sorbitan monooleate)
CHEBI:183688
Span(R) 80, nonionic surfactant
SORBITAN MONOOLEATE [HSDB]
Oleato de sorbitano [INN-Spanish]
SORBITAN MONOOLEATE [VANDF]
ZINC8214458
EINECS 215-665-4
Tox21_113539
Tox21_300389
MFCD00080948
Sorbitan monooleate, SAJ first grade
AKOS024431316
SORBITAN MONO-OLEATE [WHO-DD]
SORBITAN OLEATE [EP MONOGRAPH]
NCGC00164240-02
NCGC00254386-01
S 80
Sorbitan esters, mono(Z)-9-octadecenoate
G 946
O 250
S 270
S0060
SORBITAN ESTERS SORBITAN OLEATE [MI]
1,4-Anhydro-D-glucitol, 6-(9-octadecenoate)
J-006443
Q2303156
1,4-ANHYDRO-D-GLUCITOL, 6-(9-OCTADECENOATE
Span(R) 80, viscosity 1000-2000 mPa.s (20 C)
[(2R)-2-[(2R,3R,4S)-3,4-dihydroxyoxolan-2-yl]-2-hydroxyethyl] (Z)-octadec-9-enoate
Sorbitan monooleate. (Compound usually contains also associated fatty acids.)
Sorbitan monooleate
Sorbitan, mono-(9Z)-9-octadecenoate
Arlacel 80
TEQSORB MO
SORBITAN OLEATE
Span 80
UNII-06XEA2VD56
06XEA2VD56
1338-43-8
NCGC00164240-01
DSSTox_CID_7397
DSSTox_RID_78437
DSSTox_GSID_27397
1,4-anhydro-6-O-[(9Z)-octadec-9-enoyl]-D-glucitol
Glycomul O
Sorbitan O
Alkamuls SMO
Armotan MO
Dehymuls SMO
Lonzest SMO
Kosteran O 1
Crill 4
Sorbester P 17
Disponil 100
Montan 80
Newcol 80
Nonion OP80R
Sorgen 40
Sorgen 40A
Montane 80 VGA
Radiasurf 7155
Rheodol AO 10
Atmer 05
Emasol 410
Emasol O 10
Emasol O 10F
Kemmat S 80
Nikkol SO 10
Nikkol SO-15
Rheodol SP-O 10
Rikemal O 250
Sorbitan, mono-9-octadecenoate, (Z)-
Sorbon S 80
Ionet S-80
Emsorb 2500
Sorbitan oleate [INN]
S 271 (surfactant)
CAS-1338-43-8
Nissan Nonion OP 80R
Anhydrosorbitol monooleate
Monodehydrosorbitol monooleate
Sorbitan monooleic acid ester
CCRIS 710
Sorbitani oleas [INN-Latin]
Sorbitan, mono-9-octadecenoate
ML 55F
MO 33F
S-MAX 80
HSDB 5822
Oleate de sorbitan [INN-French]
orbitan oleate
Oleato de sorbitano [INN-Spanish]
Sorbitani oleas
EINECS 215-665-4
NSC 406239
Oleate de sorbitan
Oleato de sorbitano
S 80
Sorbitan esters, mono(Z)-9-octadecenoate
G 946
O 250
S 270
1,4-Anhydro-D-glucitol, 6-(9-octadecenoate)
Span-80
D-Glucitol, 1,4-anhydro-, 6-(9-octadecenoate)
Mannide monooleate, liquid
Dianhydromannitol monooleate
SCHEMBL4504
Span(R) 80, for GC
Mannide monooleate, from plant
Sorbitan monooleate. (Compound usually contains also associated fatty acids.)
Span(R) 80, nonionic surfactant
1,4-Anhydro-D-glucitol 6-oleate
Sorbitan, mono-(9Z)-9-octadecenoate;Sorbitan monooleate;SORBITAN OLEATE;sorbitan oleate;Sorbitanmonooleat
ZINC8214458
Tox21_113539
Tox21_300389