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Physical properties*
PROPERTY UNIT VALUE

Span™ 85 Appearance
Density @ 25°C
-
g/cm 3
Amber
0.95
Flash point °C >149
HLB - 1.8
Physical form Liquid
Renewability % 100

*Typical values, please refer to CofA for actual results

Features and benefits

Sorbitan trioleate FEATURES BENEFITS
Can use in environmentally
Biodegradable
sensitive applications
Effective at low treat rates Efficient formulations
Span 85 is a low HLB surfactant, which can
Emulsion stability Longer life, increased productivity
be used in the formulation of water-in-diesel
Safer operation, compliance with
fuels when used in combination with high HLB Fire resistant
local legislation
surfactants. Span 85 is an NSF registered HX- Hard water stable Reduced product maintenance
Reduced impact on limited
1 ingredient. High renewability content
natural resources
Suitable for use in the food
NSF HX-1 registered product
manufacturing industry
Span 85 is biodegradable meaning it can be
used in environmentally sensitive application
areas. Applications and recommended
uses:
Croda recommends this product is used at the following typical
treat rates:

Fuel additives: 1 – 5%

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