| abstract |
The invention relates to an emulsion which is used as a lubricant in the production of threads, containing: a) 30 -90 wt. % mineral oil having a viscosity of at least 8,5 mm2/s at 100 DEG C, and b) 11 - 60 wt. % of an emulsifier selected from sorbitan mono esters, derivatives of sorbitan monoesters, sorbitan diesters, derivatives of sorbitan diesters, sorbitan triesters, derivatives of sorbitan triesters, polyglycerin esters, derivatives of polyglycerin esters, polyricinoleate, derivatives of polyricinoleate and mixtures thereof. The threads are used in the production of filters for tobacco. |