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Galaxy™ MW 257

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Galaxy™ MW 257 is also known as Laureth-4, which is a versatile cleaning ingredient that falls under the category of nonionic surfactants and emulsifiers in the fatty acid ethoxylates chemical family. This semi-solid ingredient is tailored for various applications in the HI&I (Household, Industrial, and Institutional) care markets.

Chemical Name: Laureth-4, Laureth-7

CAS Number: 3055-97-8, 68439-50-9, 9002-92-0

Functions: Emulsifier, Intermediate, Surfactant, Surfactant (Nonionic)

Labeling Claims: Naturally Derived

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Identification & Functionality

Chemical Name
Cleaning Ingredients Functions

Features & Benefits

Labeling Claims
Base Chemicals Features
Product Attributes

Galaxy MW 257 is a non-ionic surface active agent derived from natural fatty alcohols. It exhibits good wetting, emulsifying, detergent and low foaming properties.

Applications & Uses

Product Applications

Galaxy MW 257 can be used:

  • As a basic surfactant for liquid detergents, machine dish washes, household cleaners, metal cleaners and hand cleaners
  • As an emulsifying agent
  • In wetting agents, dispersants, emulsion stabilizers, sanitizers and defoaming agents
  • As an intermediate for synthesis of anionic surfactants like alkyl ether carboxylates
  • It is used as emulsifier in laundry care, hard surface care
  • It is used in automatic machine dish wash liquid /tablet
  • It is used in floor cleaner and kitchen surface cleaner

Properties

Physical Form
Appearance
Clear liquid, to semi - solid colourless to pale yellow
Odor
Characteristic
Specifications
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
pH (10 % aqueous solution)5.0 - 8.0
Moisture Contentmax. 0.3% by mass
Hydroxyl Value107 - 115mg KOH/g
Cloud Point (1% solution in 5% NaCl)41- 43°C
Specific Gravity (at 20°C)0.980 - 0.995
Solubility (5% in distilled water)Completely soluble
Chemical FormulaRO(CH₂CH₂O)nH

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, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek adequate and timely medical attention.

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Information

Galaxy MW 257 is available in 235 litres HMHDPE carboys. Total of 80 carboys i.e. 17.6 MT (220 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. 17.1 MT (950 kg per IBC) can be shipped in a 20 ft. full container load. It can also be supplied in ISO Tank. 21 - 23 MT of Galaxy MW 257 can be supplied in 24 MT ISO Tank. In India, 21 - 22 MT can be shipped in 22 MT Road tankers.

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life
2 Years
Storage & Handling Information
  • 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 in nature.
  • Once carboy / IBC is opened, consume the product within a week.
  • When taken in ISO container / insulated tanker, it is recommended that material be consumed within one month’s time, after unloading in storage tank.
  • In original sealed container, when stored as suggested, shelf life of the product is at least two years.
  • If the material is stored below 30°C, then it may become hazy or semi - solid.
  • If the product becomes frozen in IBC / HMHDPE carboys then keep the same in hot room of 50°C for around 2 days.
  • It is recommended to heat the ISO tanks with hot water jacket of 70 - 80°C (4 - 8 hours) or low pressure steam (< 2 kgs / cm2 ) 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 material is not melted properly / not uniform, there is a possibility of improper sampling.
  • Avoid part quantity use.
  • It can also be stored in a clean and dry SS storage tank.
  • During storage, stacking should be maximum 1+1 HMHDPE carboys (palletized / non - palletized) / IBC.