Waxy, light-tan solid; nearly odorless. Congealing range 39–45C. Soluble in water, alcohol, ether, and acetone; insoluble in mineral and vegetable oils.
용도
Polyoxyethylene stearate is an emulsifier and antifoaming agent used in processed foods, fruit jellies, and sauces.
정의
Polyoxyethylene stearate is a mixture of the monoand diesters of stearic acid and mixed polyoxyethylene diols having an average polymer length of 7.5 oxyethylene units.
일반 설명
Polyoxyethylene (40) stearate is a neutral surfactant.
Safety Profile
Very slightly toxic by
ingestion. Questionable carcinogen with
experimental tumorigenic data.
Experimental reproductive effects. When
heated to decomposition it emits acrid
smoke and irritating fumes. See also other
polyethylene glycol monostearate entries and
POLYETHYLENE GLYCOL.