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BURCO® LAF-180

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Burco® LAF-180 is a linear alcohol alkoxylate low foam nonionic surfactant that provides excellent rinsability and has good wetting. It exhibits strong defoaming properties in the presence of protienaceous soils.

Functions: Anti-Foaming Agent, Rinse Aid, Surfactant, Surfactant (Nonionic), Wetting Agent

Chemical Family: Alcohol Ethoxylates

Labeling Claims: APEO-Free, Biodegradable

HLB Value: 5.0 - 10.0

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Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family

Features & Benefits

Features and Benefits
  • Can be used in the formulation of “green” products compliant with Green Seal and EPA Design for the Environment (DfE) standards
  • Provides excellent rinsability and good wetting
  • Exhibits low foam levels at low temperatures while offering excellent detergency
  • Not precipitated by calcium or magnesium ions
  • Exhibits strong defoaming properties in the presence of protienaceous soils
  • Does not gel upon mixing with water

Applications & Uses

I&I Cleaning Applications
Recommended Uses
  • Hard surface cleaners
  • Automatic dishwash formulations
  • Metal cleaners
  • Food and dairy equipment cleaners
  • Carpet cleaners
Formulation Guidelines
  • Burco LAF-180 exhibits inverse solubility – the product is more soluble in cold water than in hot water.
  • Burco LAF-180 can be used in both acidic and basic environments.
  • The use of solvents such as glycols, butyl ethers, and d-limonene as part of the formulation is possible.

Properties

Appearance
Clear to pasty
Insoluble in
Hot water
Soluble in
cold water
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Activity100%
Cloud Point (1% aqueous)15-20°C
Density8.47lbs/gal
HLB Value5.0-10.0
Viscosity (25°C)105cPs
Water Contentmax. 1
pH Value (1% Aqueous Solution)6.0 - 7.0

Packaging & Availability

Packaging

Burco LAF-180 is available in 53-gallon, open head poly drums (450 lbs), in totes, and in bulk.