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Chemax polyoxyethylated fatty acids are used as emulsifiers and lubricants additives in metal lubricants, textile lubricants, and cosmetic formulations. They are also used as emulsifiers in defoamers and as viscosity control agents in plastisol formulations.

End Uses: Metalworking Fluids

Functions: Emulsifier

Compatible Substrates & Surfaces: Textiles

Chemical Family: Fatty Acids

Synonyms: Polyethylene glycol isostearate, Polyethylene glycol monoisostearate, Polyoxyethylene isostearate, Polyoxyethylene monoisostearate

Technical Data Sheet
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Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family
Chemical Name
Fluids & Lubricants Functions
CAS No.
56002-14-3
EC No.
611-343-6

Applications & Uses

Markets
Compatible Substrates & Surfaces
Fluids & Lubricants Type
Fluids & Lubricants End Use
Applications

Chemax I-9 is used widely as an emulsifier and lubricity aid in metalworking and textile applications.

Properties

Physical Form
Appearance
Yellow Liquid at 20°C
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Pounds per Gallon8.5
Color (Gardner)max. 2
Aqueous SolubilityDispersible
Specific Gravity at 25°C1.02
HLB11
Acid Value (to pH 9.5)max. 2
Hydroxyl Value70 – 85
pH (5% in IPA/H2O)6.0 – 8.0
Saponification Value75 – 85
Watermax. 5%