SYLFAT™ FA2, Tall Oil Fatty Acid (TOFA) combines a long carbon chain (C18) of relatively high unsaturation with the acid functionality of a carboxyl group (-COOH).

Chemical Name: Fatty acids, tall-oil

CAS Number: 61790-12-3

Chemical Family: Fatty Acids

End Uses: Alkyd Resins, Cleaners, Lubricant Additives, Lubricants, Metal Working Fluids, Oil Field Chemical, Plasticizers

Labeling Claims: Bio-based

Synonyms: Disproportionated tall oil fatty acid, Tall oil acids, Tall oil fatty acids

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Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family
Base Chemicals Functions
CAS No.
61790-12-3
EC No.
263-107-3

Features & Benefits

Labeling Claims
Product Highlights
  • C18 monocarboxylic acid functionality
  • Low rosin acid content
  • Reactive polyunsaturation
  • 100% bio-based content

Applications & Uses

Markets
Applicable Processes
Applications
  • Dimer Acids
  • Oilfield chemicals
  • Asphalt emulsifiers
  • Lubricant additives
  • Metalworking fluids
  • Plasticizers
  • Textile drawing lubricants
  • Specialty industrial and household cleaners

Properties

Insoluble in
Water

Packaging & Availability

Packaging
  • SYLFAT FA2 tall oil fatty acid is delivered as liquid in 420 lb net steel drums or as bulk in totes, tank trucks, or tank cars (as available)

Storage & Handling

Storage

SYLFAT FA2 Tall Oil Fatty Acid should be stored dry and below 77 °F, (25 °C) and away from direct sunlight. The product must be retested after longer storage to ensure the properties are within specification limits. Since color changes of >1 Gardner unit can be seen over time due to oxygen or heat exposure, testing of product in applications sensitive to color is recommended prior to use. If precipitation occurs, it does not affect the use of the product as a chemical raw material. Slight heating to about 104 °F, (40 °C) dissolves the precipitated material.