Lansurf STO
Product Category: Nonionics
Sorbitan Tri Oleate
INCI Name: Sorbitan Trioleate
Lansurf STO is a nonionic surfactant based on Sorbitan Trioleate, designed for use as a highly effective low‑HLB emulsifier in oil‑rich and hydrophobic formulations. It provides excellent compatibility with oils, waxes, and hydrophobic systems and can be used alone or in combination with ethoxylated sorbitan esters such as Lansurf STO85 to create stable emulsions.
This material is extremely hydrophobic, offering strong emulsification capability in water‑in‑oil systems and enhancing hydrophobic properties in a wide range of industrial, household, cosmetic, and agricultural formulations. It is also readily biodegradable, making it suitable for environmentally conscious product development.
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Key Features
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Low‑HLB, highly hydrophobic emulsifier for oil‑rich systems.
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Versatile use in creams, waxes, textiles, leather treatments, and agrochemical formulations.
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Readily biodegradable, supporting environmentally friendly formulations.
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Applications
Household & Industrial Product
- Used as an emulsifier in waxes, creams, and household formulations such as cleaners and floor waxes.
Cosmetics & Personal Care
- Emulsifier for creams, lotions, and other skincare products, providing spread ability and stability.
Textile & Leather Treatments
- Used in textile processing, leather treatments, and finishing formulations due to its - hydrophobic nature.
Agrochemicals
- Emulsifier for oil‑based agricultural formulations and adjuvants.
Specification
Appearance at 25°C
Amber coloured viscous liquid
Hydroxyl value mg.KOH/g
55.0 - 70.0
Saponification value mg.KOH/g
172.0 - 186.0
Acid value mg.KOH/g
18.0 max
Typical Properties
Composition
Sorbitan tri oleate
Solids content %
100
Specific gravity at 20°C
1.02
Flash point closed cup °C
>150
CAS number
26266-58-0
HLB value
1.8
Solubility in water
Insoluble
Odour
Characteristic
Viscosity at 25°C (cP)
458
Pour point °C
<0
