
Sorbitan monopalmitate
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Sorbitan monopalmitate is a chemical compound, The monoester of palmitic acid and hexitol anhydrides obtained from sorbitol. The name describes the structure of the molecule: Sorbitan refers to sorbitan, a derivative of the alcohol sorbitol. Sorbitan is obtained by dehydrating sorbitol and is known for its ability to stabilize emulsions....