Manufacturers List

Polysorbate 80

Polysorbate 80 is a food-grade hydrophilic non-ionic emulsifier produced by ethoxylation of sorbitan monooleate, widely used for emulsification, solubilization, and stabilization in food, pharmaceutical, and cosmetic applications. We supply bulk Polysorbate 80 sourced from leading China manufacturers, available in liquid and oil forms to meet global food industry demand. Our Polysorbate 80 is widely used in ice cream and gelato production, salad dressings, beverage manufacturing, pickles and chewing gum.

Kosher Halal ISO 9001 BRC
E Number
E433
CAS No.
9005-65-6
HS Code
293299

Introduction

Polysorbate 80 is manufactured through the ethoxylation of sorbitan monooleate with approximately 20 moles of ethylene oxide. This produces a surfactant with an HLB value of approximately 15. The oleate chain provides a degree of unsaturation that differentiates it functionally from Polysorbate 20 and other saturated-chain polysorbates.

It is an amber-colored, viscous liquid that is highly water-soluble and demonstrates strong oil-in-water emulsifying capabilities. Polysorbate 80 is one of the most widely used emulsifiers in the food industry, particularly valued for its role in ice cream manufacture where it promotes fat destabilization and improves overrun. It also serves as an effective solubilizer for flavors, colors, and nutritional additives in beverage applications.

Uses

  • Fat destabilization and overrun improvement in ice cream and gelato production
  • Emulsifier in salad dressings, mayonnaise, and creamy sauce formulations
  • Solubilizer for flavors, colors, and vitamins in beverage manufacturing
  • Stabilizer and wetting agent in pickles, condiments, and prepared food products
  • Dispersing agent in chewing gum, confectionery, and chocolate coatings
  • Emulsification aid in vitamin and mineral supplement preparations

Specifications

Polysorbate 80 Specification

PRODUCT NAME: T80 – POLYOXYETHYLENE (20) SORBITAN MONOOLEATE1. APPEARANCE: yellow clear oily liquid.2. OTHER NAMES: Tween 80; Polysorbate 803. HLB VALUE: 15.04. MOLECULAR FORMULA: C64H124O265. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION

Parameters Unit Standard Value
Acid value mg KOH/g ≤2.0
Saponification value mg KOH/g 45~55
Hydroxyl value mg KOH/g 65~80
Moisture w/% ≤3.0
residue on ignition w/% ≤0.25
Arsenic mg/kg ≤3
Pb mg/kg ≤2
Oxyethylene w/% 65.0~69.5

6. PACKAGING:25kg, 220kg/ plastic drum net weight. (Other packages are available upon request.)7. INSTRUCTIONS ON USE AND STORAGE(1) Application   Used as emulsifier and stabilizer in food, cosmetic, and other industry.(2) Storage and preservation Preserved dry, cool, avoid sunlight.8. SHELF LIFE:1 year

Product / Packaging

Polysorbate 80 packaging

Other Conditions

MOQ

Our MOQ for bulk food/feed ingredient is generally 500 kg. We also support mixed containers — combine Polysorbate 80 with other food ingredients in one shipment to save on freight.

Samples

We provide free samples (100–500g) for quality testing before you place a bulk order. The buyer covers shipping costs only. Samples are typically dispatched within 2–3 business days.

Lead Time

Standard lead time is 7–15 days after order confirmation and payment. For stock items, delivery can be faster. We will confirm the exact timeline before you place the order.

Documents

You will receive the original COA (Certificate of Analysis), COO (Certificate of Origin), MSDS, TDS, and relevant certifications directly from the manufacturer. We guarantee full document authenticity and traceability.

Look for Other Ingredients?

Browse by Categories

Acidulents Amino Acid Antioxidants Aromas Cocoa Series Dairy Ingredients Dehydrated Vegetable Emulsifiers Enzymes Flavourings Food Colorants Minerals Nutritional supplements Other strong products Others Phosphates Plant Extracts Preservatives Proteins Spices Sweeteners Thickeners Vitamins

Need to Import Ingredients from China?
Contact Our Experts

Whether you're sourcing bulk ingredients or mix container, contact our team for pricing, free samples, and technical support.

Related Ingredients

Sorbitan Monooleate

Sorbitan Monooleate (Span 80) is a food-grade non-ionic lipophilic emulsifier (HLB 4.3) produced by esterifying sorbitan with oleic acid, used extensively for W/O emulsions in…

Sucrose Fatty Acid Ester

Sucrose Fatty Acid Esters (Sucrose Esters) are non-ionic, biodegradable emulsifiers produced by esterifying sucrose with food-grade fatty acids.We supply bulk Sucrose Fatty Acid Ester sourced…

Polyoxyethylene (20) Sorbitan Monostearate

Polyoxyethylene (20) Sorbitan Monostearate (Polysorbate 60, Tween 60) is a food-grade non-ionic hydrophilic emulsifier used widely for O/W emulsions, dough conditioning and shortening-fat reduction in…