Description – A mixture of the partial esters of sorbitol and its mono- and dianhydrides with edible stearic acid.
Application – Sorbitan monostearate is commonly used in the manufacture of food and health care products because of its emulsifying, dispersing, and wetting properties. It is used in manufacturing of yeast as it protects the yeast from excess drying and helps in rehydrating the yeast cells.
