Polysorbate 20 and Polysorbate 80 are nonionic surfactants and emulsifiers widely used in cosmetic, personal care, pharmaceutical, and food applications.
Derived from polyethylene glycol (PEG) and fatty acids, they offer excellent solubilizing, emulsifying, and stabilizing properties essential for modern formulations.
Polysorbate 20 is primarily used for solubilizing essential oils and fragrances in water-based systems.
Polysorbate 80 is effective in stabilizing oil-in-water emulsions, making it ideal for creams, lotions, and pharmaceutical emulsions.
Both grades are biodegradable, non-toxic, and skin-friendly, enhancing product stability, texture, and performance across multiple industries.
| Parameter | Polysorbate 20 | Polysorbate 80 |
|---|---|---|
| Product Code | 1250 | 1251 |
| Appearance | Clear to slightly yellow liquid | Clear to slightly yellow liquid |
| Odor | Mild, characteristic | Mild, characteristic |
| HLB Value | 16.7 | 15.0 |
| pH (10% Aqueous Solution) | 6.0 – 8.0 | 6.0 – 8.0 |
| Saponification Value | 120 – 130 mg KOH/g | 110 – 120 mg KOH/g |
| Moisture Content | ≤ 1.0% | ≤ 1.0% |
| Viscosity @ 25°C | 50 – 150 cPs | 50 – 200 cPs |
| Solubility | Soluble in water, alcohols | Soluble in water, alcohols |
Polysorbate 20 and Polysorbate 80 are versatile emulsifiers and solubilizers used in a wide range of formulations:
Cosmetic & Personal Care: Creams, lotions, shampoos, facial cleansers, body washes
Fragrance Solubilization: Incorporation of essential oils into water-based formulations
Pharmaceuticals: Oral solutions, injectables, and emulsions
Food Industry: Emulsifiers in beverages, sauces, and dressings
Industrial Applications: Emulsions, dispersions, and cleaning agents
Highly soluble in water, alcohols, and glycols
Compatible with anionic, cationic, and nonionic surfactants
Improves emulsion stability and prevents phase separation
Effective and stable across a wide pH range
Excellent emulsifying and solubilizing performance
Enhances product stability and shelf life
Safe, biodegradable, and non-irritating
Improves texture, viscosity, and spreadability
Suitable for cosmetic, pharmaceutical, food, and industrial formulations
Landmark Biotech’s Polysorbate 20 and Polysorbate 80 are produced under stringent quality control standards ensuring consistent HLB value, clarity, and high performance.
Our manufacturing processes comply with international cosmetic, pharmaceutical, and food-grade standards, ensuring reliable quality and safety.
Form: Clear to slightly yellow liquid
Packaging: 200 kg HDPE drum / IBC tank
Shelf Life: 24 months (store in cool, dry conditions away from direct sunlight)
Superior emulsification and solubilization of oils and fragrances
Reliable stability in both personal care and pharmaceutical systems
Safe and skin-friendly for topical and oral applications
Flexible use across cosmetic, food, and industrial formulations