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Kemsurf ASC is a sodium neutralized alkyl ether sulfate and finds application where foaming, wetting and detergency are required. Kemsurf ASC has good stability in the presence of high electrolyte and hard water environments. Also the product is tolerant to mildly alkaline solutions at ambient temperatures, but tends to hydrolyse in acidic solutions.

INCI Name: Sodium Laureth Sulfate

CAS Number: 68891-38-3

Functions: Detergent, Emulsifier, Foam Stabilizer, Foaming Agent, Surfactant, Surfactant (Anionic), Textile Fiber, Wetting Agent

Synonyms: Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), α-sulfo-ω-hydroxy-, C12-14-alkyl ethers, sodium salts

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    Identification & Functionality

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    CAS No.
    68891-38-3
    EC No.
    500-234-8

    Features & Benefits

    Applications & Uses

    Application Format
    Hair Care Applications
    Home Care Applications
    I&I Cleaning Applications
    Industrial Additives End Use
    Personal Hygiene Applications
    Applications

    Kemsurf ASC has a wide range of applications such as foaming agent and foam stabilizer in industrial cleaning.
    Kemsurf ASC is an excellent emulsifier for emulsion polymerization for systems such as:

    • Vinyl Acetate
    • Vinyl Acetate - Acrylic
    • Vinyl Acetate - VeoVa
    • Styrene - Acrylic
    • Acrylic Monomers

    Properties

    Physical Form
    Appearance
    Pale yellow liquid (at 25°C)
    Odor
    Characteristic
    Soluble in
    Water
    Typical Properties
    ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
    CompositionSodium lauryl ether (2 eo) sulphate
    Viscosity (at 25°C)58.4cPs
    Specific Gravity (at 25°C)1.025
    Pour Pointmax. 0°C
    Specifications
    ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
    SAM (Equivalent Weight 382)26 - 28%
    pH (10% Aqueous)7 - 9

    Packaging & Availability

    Packaging Type
    Packaging Information

    Kemsurf ASC can be supplied in bulk road tankers, IBC’s and 200kg nett drums.

    Storage & Handling

    Storage Information

    Stainless steel, polyethylene or glass lined equipment is necessary for the storage of Kemsurf ASC in order to prevent corrosion and subsequent contamination. This material can separate on standing and at low temperatures. May require agitation and warming prior to use.