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Biobase Sweden AB BIO-FOMO 1

BIO-FOMO 1 is a form oil with low viscosity especially suitable for steel casting forms or other non-porous form materials. The product has been developed for the future to meet the demands on environmental friendliness and independence of fossil resources Biobase Sweden AB BIO-FOMO is one of the few products in the market that does not contain any fossil hydrocarbons. The active formulation gives a thin layer of soap in the contact between wet concrete and the form which prevents sticking.

Product Type: Release Lubricant, Release Oil

Compatible Substrates & Surfaces: Concrete, Metal, Steel

Features: Low Viscosity

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Identification & Functionality

Features & Benefits

Ready-to-Use Product Features
Product Highlights
  • Very low viscosity giving a smooth concrete surface without bubbles
  • For non porous forms (steel, aluminum and plastics)
  • Can also be used as “non stick treatment” for excavator scoops and truck loading bays

Applications & Uses

Application Method
Compatible Substrates & Surfaces
Use
  • BIO-FOMO 1 is applied in a thin, even layer with a low pressure compressed air sprayer or a paint roller. Mop up surplus form oil with a rag to avoid pore formation.
  • BIO-FOMO 1 can be used down to a temperature of -5ºC

Properties

Technical Data
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Kinematic Viscosity (20°C)12.0mm²/s-
Kinematic Viscosity (40°C)8.0mm²/s-
Flash Pointmin. 100ºC-
Biodegradability*min. 90%-
Biocarbon Content97.0%ASTM D6866
Note

* After 28 days according to OECD 301 B (readily biodegradable)

Regulatory & Compliance

Environment and Safety
  • Fully REACH-compliant and not classified as hazardous according to EUregulation 1272/2008 (CLP).
  • Not classified as dangerous goods
  • The product is approved by the Swedish BASTA-system for worker´s safety and environmental concerns.

Packaging & Availability

Packaging
  • 5 liter jerry can, 25 liter jerry can
  • 208 liter barrel, 1000 liter IBC

Storage & Handling

Storage

The product should be transported and stored above 0ºC. Should not be stored in direct sunlight. Storage time 12 months in unbroken container.