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Polysorbate 80, Thermo Scientific Chemicals
Used for solubilizing membrane proteins during isolation and purification.Polysorbate 80 is used as a surfactant in soaps, cosmetics, body washes, hair shampoos, hair loss treatments, lotions, creams, bath oils and in mouthwash in the health care industry. It serves as an emulsifier in foods such as ice cream and in the preparation of antiarrhythmic amiodarone. Further, it acts as a solubilizing agent and excipient in the pharmaceutical industry.
This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.
Specifications
Boiling Point
>100°C
Density
1.064
Merck Index
14,7582
Solubility Information
Miscible with water,ethanol,cottonseed oil,corn oil,ethyl acetate,methanol and toluene. Immiscible with mineral and vegetable oils.
Quantity
500 mL
Flash Point
>149°C (300°F)
Refractive Index
1.475
Chemical Name or Material
Polysorbate 80
RTECSNumber
WG2932500
TSCA
Yes
Recommended Storage
Ambient temperatures
RUO – Research Use Only
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