Knowde Enhanced TDS
Identification & Functionality
- Chemical Family
- INCI Name
- Base Chemicals Functions
- Cleaning Ingredients Functions
- Cosmetic Ingredients Functions
- Molecular formula
- RO(CH₂CH₂O)nH (R = C₁₂-₁₄; n = average 3)
- Product Families
Features & Benefits
- Labeling Claims
Applications & Uses
- Markets
- Applications
- Application Format
- Base Chemicals End Uses
- Bath & Shower Applications
- Hair Care Applications
- Home Care Applications
- I&I Cleaning Applications
- Applications
- Galaxy™ MW 253-MB is used as an intermediate for synthesis of anionic surfactants like alkyl ether sulfates.
- It can also be used as a viscosity booster in personal care preparations like shampoos, foam baths and bubble baths.
- It is used as wetting agent in laundry care e.g. Liquid Laundry, Metal surface cleaners
Properties
- Physical Form
- Solubility
- Appearance
- Colorless to pale yellow clear low viscous liquid
- Odor
- Characteristic
- Specifications
| Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
| Color (at 35°C) | max. 25 | — | APHA |
| pH (1% in Distilled Water) | 6 - 8.5 | — | — |
| Moisture Content | max. 0.3 | % by mass | — |
| Hydroxyl Value | 165 - 175 | mg.KOH/g | — |
| Solidification Point | 2 - 6 | °C | — |
| Specific Gravity (at 20°C) | 0.924 - 0.935 | — | — |
| Polyethylene Glycol Content | max. 1 | % by mass | — |
Regulatory & Compliance
- Certifications & Compliance
Safety & Health
- Safety Information
- Spill should be contained / collected and disposed off as per the regulations.
- Avoid ingestion and contact with eyes, skin and clothing.
- In case of contact with eyes and skin, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice, if necessary
Packaging & Availability
- Packaging Type
- Packaging Information
- Galaxy™ MW 253-MB is available in 235 litres HMHDPE carboys.
- Total of 80 carboys i.e. 16.8 MT (210 kg per carboy) can be shipped either palletized or non - palletized in 20 ft. full container load.
- It can be supplied in IBC (1 MT). Total of 18 IBC i.e. 15.3 MT (850 kg per IBC) can be shipped in 20 ft. full container load.
- 22.5 MT of Galaxy™ MW 253-MB can also be supplied in 25-26 MT ISO tank.
- In India, 20-39 MT of Galaxy™ MW 253-MB can be supplied in 20-40 MT Road Tanker
Storage & Handling
- Shelf Life
- 2 years
- Storage and Handling Conditions
- Store the material in a clean, dry place at 30 - 40°C away from direct heat, sunlight and moisture.
- Keep the container tightly closed after use, as the product is hygroscopic.
- Once carboy / IBC is opened, consume the product within a week.
- When taken in ISO container/ tanker, it is recommended that material be consumed within one month’s time after unloading in storage tank.
- In original sealed condition, when stored as suggested, shelf life of the product is two years.
- If the material is stored below 10°C, then it may become hazy or semi - solid.
- If the product freezes in IBC / HMHDPE carboys / drums, then keep the same in hot room of 50°C for around 2 days.
- It is recommended to heat the jacketed ISO container/ jacketed tanker / insulated tanker with hot water of 70 - 80°C (4 - 8 hours) or low pressure steam (< 2 kg / cm⊃2 ) to bring the temperature of the product to 30 - 40°C.
- Avoid direct heating. Heating time may vary.
- Once it is in molten stage, mix it properly to make it uniform before use.
- If the material is not melted properly /not uniform, there is possibility of improper sampling.
- Avoid part quantity use. It can also be stored in a clean and dry SS storage tank.
- During storage, carboys (palletized / non - palletized)/IBC should not be stacked one above the other.