Sorbitan monopalmitate, also known as sorbitan palmitate is synthesized by the esterification of sorbitan with palmitic acid. It has a molecular formula of C22H42O6. At room temperature it is a light yellow granular solid. And is a W/O emulsifier that has an HLB value of 6.7. Besides emulsification, sorbitan monopalmitate can also act as stabilizer, thickener for food, pharmaceutical and cosmetic formulations; and as lubricant, softener, finishing agent for textile industry. It can also act as dispersant for printing ink. CAS NO.:26266-57-9 E NO.:E495 MOLECULAR FORMULA: C22H42O6 MOLECULAR WEIGHT: 403.56