Is this grade suitable for food applications?

Only if the specific batch is certified as Food Grade/FCC compliant.

What is the primary difference between Tween 80 and Tween 20?

Tween 80 is based on oleic acid, while Tween 20 is based on lauric acid, affecting their HLB values and solubility.

Does it require cold chain storage?

No, it is stable at room temperature but should be kept away from extreme heat.

Can it be used in injectable drugs?

Yes, provided it meets the stringent USP/IP injectable grade specifications.

Yes, Polysorbate 80 is considered readily biodegradable.

CHEMICAL DEKHOCD

Navigation

Home Become a Seller Blog Chemicals App About Help

Chemical DekhoIndustrial Sourcing

Polysorbate 80-Tween 80 Suppliers In India

CAS: 9005-65-6

Formula: C32H60O10Molecular Weight: 604.8 g/mol

Pricing

Quote on request

Verified QuoteWithin 24 hrsZero spam calls

Also Known As

Polysorbate 80-Tween 80 Pure

Safety Information

Non-Hazardous Substance

Generally considered safe, but avoid direct contact with eyes and prolonged skin exposure to prevent irritation.

First Aid

Eyes: Flush with plenty of water for 15 minutes

Skin: Wash with soap and water

Applications & Industries

Drug Formulation

Solubilizing agent for hydrophobic active ingredients

Skin Care

Oil-in-water emulsifier for cosmetic creams

Food Emulsification

Stabilizing agent for beverage and dairy emulsions

Laboratory Research

Non-ionic surfactant for biochemical assay protocols

Paints & Coatings

Dispersing agent for pigment stabilization

Verified Sourcing

Submit your requirement — our sourcing team will return verified quotes within 24 hours.

Sourcing Support

Get cleaner supplier decisions with side-by-side supplier specs, compliance documents, and quote actions.

Verified sellersCOA / MSDS checksMulti-quote ready

Explore Related Chemicals

Compare alternatives by CAS, grade, and current supplier availability.

Allyl Phenoxy Acetate