Alcogum L 15

Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family

Acrylics & Acrylates,

Alkali Swellable Emulsion (ASE) Thickener

Cleaning Ingredients Functions

Thickener

Technologies

Cleaning Ingredients

Product Families

Cleaning Ingredients — Functional Additives

Rheology Modifiers

Features & Benefits

Labeling Claims

APEO-Free

HII Features

Boosts Cleaning Performance

Applications & Uses

Markets

HI&I Care

Applications

HI&I Care — Institutional & Industrial Care

Industrial Cleaning

I&I Cleaning Applications

Industrial Cleaners

Properties

Physical Form

Emulsion,

Liquid

Appearance

White emulsion

Physical Properties

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Viscosity (at 25°C)	max. 200	cps	—
Viscosity (pH 9.0, NaOH, 25°C, 10 rpm, 2.5% dry)	10000 - 15000	cps	—

Characteristics

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Density (at 25°C)	8.82	lbs/U.S. gal	—
Specific Gravity (at 25°C)	1.06	g/cc	—
pH Value	2.2 - 3	—	—

Specifications

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Solid Content	29 - 31	%	—

Note

Typical Data are based on our own measurements or derived from the literature. They do not constitute part of the delivery specification.

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance

FDA Compliant

Chemical Inventories

TSCA (USA)

Complaince

ALCOGUM L 15 is listed on the TSCA inventory. Meets FDA requirements under Title 21, Sections 175.105/320, 176.170(*) and 176.180(*). Not to exceed 2% by weight in coating solids. Contains no alkylphenol ethoxylate components.

Packaging & Availability

Country Availability

Canada,

Mexico,

USA

Packaging Type

Bulk,

Drums

Regional Availability

• North America

Storage & Handling

Storage Conditions

• ALCOGUM L 15 is available in bulk, intermediate bulk and 55-gallon drums. Storage tanks should be plastic, fiberglass, or 316 stainless.
• Pumps should be low-shear type, such as diaphragm or peristaltic type with all wetted parts and lines being stainless steel, plastic or Teflon®. Mild steel, copper, brass and aluminum should not be used.
• Filtering should be under low shear and volume flow conditions. Freezing should be avoided as it destabilizes the emulsion. The recommended storage temperature is 5-50°C (40-120°F).
• Dilution or pH adjustment of the product may require additional preservative to prevent biological growth. Keep containers tightly sealed to the prevent emulsion from air drying and forming a film.