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Food-Grade Sorbitan Monolaurate E493 Manufacturer

Food-Grade Sorbitan Monolaurate E493 Manufacturer

Food-grade Sorbitan Monolaurate (E493) is a mild, non-ionic emulsifier widely used to stabilize oil–water systems in food, beverage, and personal care formulations. As a professional manufacturer, we supply high-purity E493 with reliable performance and consistent quality for global customers.

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Product Introduction

Product Description

Sorbitan Monolaurate (E493) is produced from sorbitol and lauric acid, resulting in a safe and biodegradable surfactant with excellent emulsifying and dispersing properties. It improves the uniformity, processing efficiency, and texture of finished products. Our manufacturing process ensures low impurities, stable HLB value, and strong batch-to-batch consistency, making it suitable for applications requiring strict quality control.

Product Parameters

CHEMICAL/PHYSICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Fatty acid	56~68	w/%
Sorbitol	36~49	w/%
Acid value	≤7.0	mg KOH/g
Saponification value	155~170	mg KOH/g
Hydroxyl value	330~360	mg KOH/g
Moisture	≤1.5	w/%
Residue on ignition	≤0.5	w/%

HEAVY METAL SPECIFICATIONS
Arsenic Pb	≤ 3 ≤ 2	mg/kg mg/kg

Product Features

High Purity & Food Grade – Meets international quality and safety specifications.

Excellent Oil-Phase Emulsification – Ideal for stabilizing oil-in-water and water-in-oil systems.

Thermal & pH Stability – Maintains performance during heating and mixing processes.

Non-Ionic & Biodegradable – Gentle, versatile, and compatible with a wide range of ingredients.

Consistent Batch Quality – Suitable for industrial-scale food and formulation manufacturing.

Product Applications

Dairy & Beverage Stabilization – Food-grade Sorbitan Monolaurate E493 helps disperse fats and flavor oils in milk drinks, protein beverages, and flavored emulsions, improving stability and mouthfeel.

Bakery & Dessert Processing – Sorbitan Monolaurate enhances aeration, fat distribution, and softness in baked goods, fillings, and whipped toppings, supporting consistent product quality.

Margarine, Shortening & Oil Systems – E493 emulsifier improves spreadability, prevents fat separation, and strengthens emulsion stability in processed fats.

Cosmetics & Personal Care – Sorbitan Monolaurate acts as a gentle non-ionic emulsifier in creams, lotions, and oil-based formulas, ensuring smooth texture and long-term uniformity.

Industrial Formulations – Sorbitan Monolaurate E493 serves as a reliable dispersant and processing aid in chemical, textile, and agricultural applications requiring stable oil–water interaction.