Polysorbate 80 (commercially also known as
TweenŽ 80, a trademark of Uniqema/ICI)
[1] is a nonionic
detergent and
emulsifier derived from polyoxylated
sorbitol and
oleic acid, and is often used in foods. Polysorbate 80 is a viscous water soluble yellow liquid. The
hydrophilic groups in this compound are poly
ethers also known as polyoxyethylene groups which are polymers of
ethylene oxide. In the nomenclature of polysorbates, the numeral designation following polysorbate refers to the lipophilic group, in this case the oleic acid (see
polysorbate for more detail).
Polysorbate 80 is often used in
ice cream to prevent
milk proteins from completely coating the
fat droplets. This allows them to join together in chains and nets, to hold air in the mixture, and provide a firmer texture, holding its shape as the ice cream melts.
Polysorbate 80 is also used in commercial pickle products.
I got this off of Wiki
Polysorbate 80 - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Theres a chart on the right side of the screen, and it said main hazards: Irritant.
I'd suggest to not use it. Simply look in stores or online for psyllium husks.