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Polysorbate 80 (E 433)
Polysorbate 80 for U.S. manufacturers, from vetted producers. FCC / USP grade on request. Download the sample spec sheet, then send us your grade and quantity.
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Key facts
| CAS No. | 9005-65-6 |
|---|---|
| E-number (EU) | E 433 |
| Synonyms | Polysorbate 80, Polyoxyethylene (20) sorbitan monooleate |
| Description | A lemon to amber-coloured oily liquid at 25 °C with a faint characteristic odour |
| Solubility | Soluble in water, ethanol, methanol, ethyl acetate and toluene. Insoluble in mineral oil and petroleum ether |
| Grades | EU Reg. 231/2012 (E 433) sample spec · FCC / USP available on request for U.S. food/pharma use |
| Origin | Confirmed in every offer; stated per lot on the COA |
| Storage, shelf life, packaging | Per the producer's specification, on request |
What polysorbate 80 is
A mixture of the partial esters of sorbitol and its mono- and dianhydrides with edible commercial oleic acid and condensed with approximately 20 moles of ethylene oxide per mole of sorbitol and its anhydrides. A lemon to amber-coloured oily liquid at 25 °C with a faint characteristic odour. Soluble in water, ethanol, methanol, ethyl acetate and toluene. Insoluble in mineral oil and petroleum ether. (Source: EU Regulation 231/2012, E 433.)
Applications by industry
Sample specification
Values from EU Regulation 231/2012 (E 433), consolidated text of 18.08.2026. Actual values depend on the producer; the producer's specification and the COA for your lot are available on request.
| Assay | Content not less than 65 % of oxyethylene groups, equivalent to not less than 96,5 % of polyoxyethylene (20) sorbitan monooleate on the anhydrous basis |
|---|---|
| Water content | Not more than 3 % (Karl Fischer method) |
| Acid value | Not more than 2 |
| Saponification value | Not less than 45 and not more than 55 |
| Hydroxyl value | Not less than 65 and not more than 80 |
| 1,4-dioxane | Not more than 5 mg/kg |
| Ethylene glycols (mono- and di-) | Not more than 0,25 % |
| Arsenic | Not more than 3 mg/kg |
| Lead | Not more than 2 mg/kg |
| Mercury | Not more than 1 mg/kg |
| Cadmium | Not more than 1 mg/kg |
Download the full spec sheet (PDF)
Documents and sourcing
Droplet promise. Origin confirmed in every offer. Sample lot record on request, from the producer. SDS, allergen and other statements on request. We work with vetted producers and give you access to U.S.- and EU-stocked material through our partner network.
Data sheet, SDS and COA on request. Every delivery ships with a COA linked to the delivered lot.
Questions buyers ask
What is polysorbate 80 used for?
Typical uses by industry. Food & beverage: Emulsifier. Suitability for your product and market is confirmed with the producer's specification.
Which grades can McBoeck supply?
Food grade to EU Regulation 231/2012 (E 433). FCC / USP grade is available on request for U.S. food and pharma use. Particle size and other grade details follow the producer's specification, on request.
Which documents come with polysorbate 80?
Every delivery ships with a COA linked to the delivered lot. Origin confirmed in every offer. Sample lot record on request, from the producer. SDS, allergen and other statements on request.
What does the sample spec sheet show?
Limits for assay, water content, acid value, saponification value, hydroxyl value, 1,4-dioxane, ethylene glycols (mono- and di-), arsenic, lead, mercury and cadmium, taken from EU Regulation 231/2012. Actual values depend on the producer; the producer's specification and the lot COA are available on request.
How do I get a quote?
Send us the grade, quantity and delivery location through the quote form or at [email protected]. We work with vetted producers and give you access to U.S.- and EU-stocked material through our partner network.
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