This standard specifies the technical requirements, test methods, inspection rules, marking, packaging, transportation and storage of food additive sorbitan monostearate (Span 60). This standard applies to products produced by the esterification reaction of stearic acid and sorbitan. Mainly used in food, medicine, cosmetics and other industries as emulsifier, stabilizer, thickener and lubricant. Molecular formula: C24H46O6 Relative molecular mass: 430.6 (according to the international relative atomic mass in 1987)
GB 13481-1992 history
2011GB 13481-2011 National Food Safety Standard Food Additive Sorbitan Monostearate (Span 60)
2010GB 13481-2010 National Food Safety Standard Food Additive Sorbitan Monostearate (Span 60)