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Sorbitan Trioleate

DEFINITION

Sorbitan Trioleate is the triester of Oleic Acid and Sorbitol and its mono- and dianhydrides. It yields, upon saponification, NLT 85.5% and NMT 90.0% of fatty acids, and NLT 13.0% and NMT 19.0% of polyols (w/w).

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USP 1,4-Sorbitan RS
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