Lansurf SMS is used in many application areas particularly in food contact applications. This product is also found to be readily biodegradable and would not expect to persist indefinitely in the environment. Lansurf SMS can be used singularly or also in combination with the ester ethoxylates such as Lansurf SMS60. Typically this product is extremely hydrophobic and finds use as an emulsifier in many waxes and creams for household and personal care applications. Used in combination with the ethoxylates, Lansurf SMS is used in textiles, leather treatment, silicone oils and agrochemicals.

Chemical Family: Ethoxylates, Sorbitan Esters

Functions: Emulsifier, Surfactant, Surfactant (Nonionic)

Labeling Claims: Biodegradable

Synonyms: Anhydrosorbitol stearate, Sorbitan monooctadecanoate

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Product Applications
  • Lansurf SMS, Sorbitan Mono Stearate, is used in many application areas particularly in food contact applications.
  • This product is also found to be readily biodegradable and would not expect to persist indefinitely in the environment.
  • Lansurf SMS can be used singularly are also in combination with the ester ethoxylates such as Lansurf SMS60.
  • Typically this product is extremely hydrophobic and finds use as an emulsifier in many waxes and creams for household and personal care applications.
  • Used in combination with the ethoxylates, Lansurf SMS is used in textiles, leather treatment, silicone oils and agrochemicals

Properties

Physical Form
Appearance
Tan colour waxy flake (at 25°C)
Odor
Characteristic
Soluble in
Water
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Hydrophilic-Lyphophilic Balance Value4.7--
Viscosity (at 60°C)274cP-
Specific Gravity (at 60°C)0.977--
Pour Pointapprox. 48°C-
Flash Pointmin. 150°CClosed Cup
Specifications
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Saponification Value147.0 - 157.0mg KOH/g-
Acid Valuemax. 10mg KOH/g-
Hydroxyl Content235.0 - 260.0mg KOH/g-
Water Content1.0%-
Solid Content100.0%-
Active Content100%-

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type
Regional Availability
  • Canada
  • Mexico
  • USA
Packaging Information

Lansurf SMS can be supplied in bulk road tankers, IBC’s and 200kg nett drums.

Storage & Handling

Storage Conditions
  • Stainless steel, polyethylene or glass lined equipment is necessary for the storage of Lansurf SMS in order to prevent corrosion and subsequent contamination.
  • This material can separate on standing and at low temperatures.
  • May require agitation and warming prior to use.