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Redicote E-85 is a emulsifier for rapid and medium setting cationic bitumen emulsions.

Functions: Emulsifier, Surfactant, Surfactant (Cationic)

Chemical Family: Cationics, Fatty Amines

End Uses: Asphalt, Bond Coat, Cationic Rapid Set (CRS) Emulsions, Cold Mix, Penetration Macadam

Applicable Processes: Chipseal, Surface Dressing

Features: High Viscosity

Physical Form: Liquid

Technical Data Sheet

Knowde Enhanced TDS

Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family
Industrial Additives Functions

Features & Benefits

Industrial Additives Features
Features
  • High emulsion viscosity: Redicote E-85 is very effective for the production of emulsions with higher viscosity and/or lower binder content
  • Lower particle size: Redicote E-85 offers the advantage of good emulsion particle size even with polymer modified binders
  • Fast breaking: Emulsions prepared with Redicote E-85 provide fast breaking in the field
  • Easy handling and storage: Redicote E-85 is a liquid product that is easy to dissolve in warm water during the preparation of emulsion soap phase. The product is suitable for both in-line and batch plants.

Applications & Uses

Applicable Processes
Use Level
0.2-1.0%
Application pH Range
2-3
Dosage

Rapid setting 0.2-0.3%

pH 2-3, hydrocloric acid

Medium setting 0.5-1.0%

pH 2-3, hydrocloric acid

Properties

Physical Form
Appearance
brown liquid
Physical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Density (at 20°C)0.89g/cc—
Pour Point5°C—
Viscosity (at 20°C)200mPa.s—
Flash Point220°C—
Specifications
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Total Amine2.5 - 2.8meq/gVV/1.001
Water Contentmax. 2%VE/4.003

Packaging & Availability

Country Availability
Regional Availability
  • Africa
  • Asia Pacific
  • Europe
Packaging Information
Redicote E-85 is available in tight head drums (180 kg net), intermediate bulk containers (900 kg net) or in bulk.

Storage & Handling

Storage Conditions
Redicote E-85 may be stored in carbon steel tanks. Bulk storage should be maintained at 15-35°C (59-95°F). Redicote E-85 contains amines and is corrosive to skin and eyes. Protective goggles and gloves must be worn when handling this product.