BT4

Identification & Functionality

Chemical Name

Ethylhexyl acetoxystearate

Fluids & Lubricants Functions

Base Stock & Oil

CAS No.

61800-40-6

EC No.

263-233-9

Technologies

Fluids & Lubricants

Product Families

Fluids & Lubricants — Additives

Performance Additives

Fluids & Lubricants — Base Stocks & Oils

API Group V

Features & Benefits

Labeling Claims

Bio-based,

Biodegradable,

Halal,

Kosher,

Low Toxicity,

Vegan

Fluids & Lubricants Features

Good Detergency,

High Viscosity Index,

Hydrolytic Stability,

Long Service Life,

Low Maintenance Cost,

Low Viscosity,

Low Volatility,

Oxidation Resistant

Environmental Benefits

• High biodegradability
• Low bioaccumulation
• Low toxicity
• High bio-content
• Rapid breakdown
• Low environmental risk
• Reduced risk to wildlife
• Renewable carbon based

Applications & Uses

Markets

Automotive & Transportation,

Consumer Goods,

Industrial

Applications

Consumer Goods — Appliances & Electronics

Industrial — Chemical & Industrial Manufacturing

Fluids & Lubricants

Consumer Goods — Cold-Chain & Insulation

Automotive & Transportation — Lubricants & Functional Fluids

Automotive Fluids & Lubricants

Fluids & Lubricants Type

Hydraulic Oils & Fluids,

Industrial Oils & Fluids,

Metalworking Fluids,

Turbine & Compressor Fluids & Oils

Fluids & Lubricants End Use

Compressor Oils,

Hydraulic Fluids,

Industrial Lubricants,

Metalworking Fluids,

Motor Oils

Applications

• Metalworking
• Motor oil
• Hydraulic fluid
• Compressor oil

Properties

ISO Viscosity Grade

ISO 22

Physical Form

Liquid

Physical Properties

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Bio Based	68	—	ASTM D6866
Viscosity Index	152	—	D2270
Biodegradable	88	%	OECD 301B
Pour Point	-21	°C	D97
Flash Point	240	°C	D92
Noack	8.3	wt%	ASTM D5800
Total Acid Number	0.2	mg KOH/g	D664
Color	3	—	D1544
Water	max. 0.1	wt%	D16304
Kinematic Viscosity (at 100°C)	4.7	cSt	D445
Kinematic Viscosity (at 40°C)	20.7	cSt	D445
KRL Shear Stability (for 20 hours)	-2.07	% loss	CECL-45-99
Low Viscosity	22	%	ISO VG
Specific Gravity (at 15°C)	0.90 - 0.92	—	D4052

Environmental Properties

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Biodegradability	88	%	OECD 301B
Renewable Carbon Content	68	%	ASTM D6866
EcoToxicity	min. 1000	mg/l	OECD 201
EcoToxicity	min. 1000	mg/l	OECD 202
EcoToxicity	min. 1000	mg/l	OECD 203

Performance Properties

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
4-Ball Wear	0.59	mm	ASTM D4172
Hydrolytic Stability Total Acidity Water Layer	2.2	mg KOH/g	ASTM D2619 T
Load-Wear Index	14.77	kgf	ASTM D2783
Oxidative Stability with Anti-Oxidant	50	min	ASTM D2272
Weld Load	126	kgf	ASTM D2783

Note

*Typical results are provided. To the best of our knowledge, the information is accurate, but given without guarantee. All results are for an unadditized base oil.

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance

Canadian Environmental Protection Act (CEPA),

EPA Registered,

Halal,

Kosher,

NSF Approved,

NSF HX-1,

REACH (Europe),

Vegan

Technical Details & Test Data

Technical Performance

• High oxidative stability
• Low volatility
• High viscosity index
• Hydrolytic stability
• Natural detergency
• Longer lasting
• Increased safety
• Fewer additives Nneeded
• Increased stability
• Less maintenance