Oil & Gas
Span 83
Span 83 is an sorbitan ester chosen for its suitability as a guar slurry aid. Span 83 allows for quick hydration of guar slurries and increases stability. It is FDA approved for use in indirect food contact applications and is highly effective in a wide range of formulations. Span 83 is also used as an emulsifier, creating stable water/oil emulsions. Croda’s Span range of emulsifiers can be produced from a variety of feedstocks to diverse specifications and requirements, including peroxide free or reduction/oxidation friendly emulsifiers.
Product Details
| Form at 25°C | Amber viscous liquid |
|---|---|
| Chemistries | Esters |
Functions
- Emulsifier
Applications
- Completion
- Production chemicals
- Refinery chemicals
Typical Properties
| Property | Units | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Active content | % | 100 |
| Density | g/ml @ 25°C | 1.0000 |
| Dynamic Viscosity | cP @ 25°C | 1500 |
| Flash point | °C | 100 |
| Water Solubility | Insoluble | |
| HLB Value | 3.7 |
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