Compound Q&A
What are the main uses of Tween 20 (CAS: 9005-64-5)?
Answer
Tween 20 (CAS: 9005-64-5) is primarily used as an emulsifier in pharmaceuticals, food, and cosmetics. It helps stabilize mixtures, enhance solubility of hydrophobic compounds, and improve the dispersibility of substances in aqueous solutions. Additionally, it finds applications in research laboratories as a solvent and in industrial processes for cleaning and formulation purposes.
About
CAS No
9005-64-5
English Name
Tween 20
Molecular Formula
C32H60O10
Molecular Weight
604.82 g/mol
SMILES
CCCCCCCCCCCC(=O)OCCOCC(C1C(C(CO1)OCCO)OCCO)OCCO
InChIKey
RGPBUVUVZKQNHD-MDZDMXLPSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-08-25 01:07
