Technical Specifications
| Acid Value | Max 10.0 mg KOH/g |
| Appearance | Clear to Yellowish Viscous Liquid |
| Iodine Value | 80 - 100 g I2/100g |
| Hydroxyl Value | 15 - 30 mg KOH/g |
| Moisture Content | Max 1.0 % |
| Saponification Value | 170 - 190 mg KOH/g |
| HLB Value (Calculated) | 1.8 - 2.5 |
Sorbitan Tri Oleate (High Oleic Grade) STO HI
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Industrial Application & Description
Sorbitan Tri Oleate (High Oleic Grade) STO HI: Advanced Performance Emulsifier
Overview
Sorbitan Tri Oleate (High Oleic Grade) STO HI is a premium non-ionic surfactant meticulously engineered for a wide array of industrial applications. As a tri-ester of sorbitan and oleic acid, particularly sourced from high oleic feedstocks, STO HI stands out due to its exceptional purity and enhanced performance characteristics. This specialized grade offers superior emulsification, dispersion, and lubrication properties, making it an indispensable component in formulations where stability and consistency are paramount. CanCastor, a global leader in industrial chemicals, proudly supplies STO HI, ensuring a product that meets rigorous quality standards and delivers reliable results across various sectors. Its low HLB (Hydrophilic-Lipophilic Balance) value signifies its strong lipophilic nature, making it an excellent water-in-oil emulsifier and dispersant for oil-based systems.
Key Properties
STO HI's high oleic grade designation implies a more refined and consistent fatty acid profile, contributing to its enhanced performance:
- Exceptional Emulsification: Highly effective as a water-in-oil emulsifier, stabilizing challenging emulsions and preventing phase separation in diverse formulations.
- Superior Dispersing Agent: Aids in the uniform distribution of insoluble particles in liquid media, crucial for pigment dispersion in paints and coatings.
- Lubricity Enhancer: Imparts excellent lubricating properties, reducing friction and wear in metalworking fluids and textile processing.
- Hydrophobic Character: Its low HLB (typically 1.8-2.5) makes it highly oil-soluble and effective in systems requiring strong oil phase affinity.
- Thermal Stability: Exhibits good stability under varying temperature conditions, ensuring product integrity during processing and storage.
- Low Volatility: Contributes to stable formulations without significant loss of active ingredients over time.
- Minimal Odor and Color: The high oleic grade often translates to a cleaner product profile, minimizing impact on the final product's sensory attributes.
- Versatile Compatibility: Compatible with a broad range of oils, solvents, and other surfactants, allowing for flexible formulation development.
Applications
The unique properties of Sorbitan Tri Oleate (High Oleic Grade) STO HI make it a versatile ingredient across numerous industrial segments:
- Coatings & Paints: Acts as a pigment dispersant and anti-settling agent, improving color development and storage stability.
- Lubricants & Metalworking Fluids: Functions as an emulsifier and extreme pressure additive in cutting fluids, rolling oils, and hydraulic fluids, enhancing lubricity and stability.
- Textile & Leather Processing: Utilized as an emulsifier for textile softeners, spin finishes, and leather fatliquors, improving processing efficiency and finish quality.
- Agricultural Chemicals: Serves as an emulsifier and adjuvant in pesticide and herbicide formulations, improving spray efficacy and stability.
- Oil & Gas Industry: Employed as an emulsifier in drilling fluids and demulsifiers, aiding in crude oil processing.
- Specialty Chemicals: Found in various other applications requiring a high-performance, oil-soluble emulsifier or dispersant.
Why Choose CanCastor
Choosing CanCastor for your Sorbitan Tri Oleate (High Oleic Grade) STO HI means partnering with a company dedicated to excellence and customer satisfaction. We leverage decades of expertise in chemical manufacturing and supply, ensuring:
- Unwavering Quality: Our STO HI is produced under stringent quality control measures, guaranteeing consistency, purity, and performance in every batch. The high oleic grade signifies our commitment to superior raw material selection and advanced processing.
- Global Reliability: With a robust supply chain and extensive logistics network, CanCastor ensures timely and efficient delivery of STO HI to clients worldwide.
- Technical Expertise: Our team of technical specialists provides unparalleled support, assisting customers with formulation challenges, product optimization, and application guidance.
- Sustainable Practices: CanCastor is committed to environmentally responsible manufacturing processes, striving for sustainability in all our operations.
- Competitive Advantage: By providing a premium, high-performance product like STO HI, we empower our customers to create superior end-products, giving them a significant edge in their respective markets. Experience the CanCastor difference and elevate your formulations with our advanced Sorbitan Tri Oleate (High Oleic Grade) STO HI.