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ROKAcet R40W (PEG-40 Castor Oil)

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ROKAcet R40W is a non-ionic surfactant belonging to the group of polyoxyethylene fatty acid esters of castor oil (INCI name: PEG-40 Castor oil). This surfactant is available in the form of a light yellow, clear liquid. The solidification point of the product is about 3°C, which significantly facilitates handling of the product even in winter conditions.

Chemical Family: Fatty Acid Esters, Non-Ionics

Functions: Emulsifier, Surfactant, Surfactant (Nonionic)

Compatible Substrates & Surfaces: Textiles

Technical Data Sheet

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CAS No.
61791-12-6
EC No.
500-151-7

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Applications

Used as an emulsifier of oils, fats and waxes and as an antielectrostatic agent in textile preparations. Rokacet R40W aqueous solutions are resistant to acids, hard water and partly to alkalies. It can be mixed with non-ionic, cationic and anionic agents both in water-free environments and in aqueous solutions

Properties

Physical Form
Odor
Characteristic
Appearance
Yellowish Liquid
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Density at 25°Capprox. 1.06g/ml
Solubility in waterGood
pH of 1% solution6.0-8.0
Color (Iodine scale)max. 10
Molecular weightapprox. 2650
Water content09-Nov%(m/m)
Saponification number48-59mg KOH/g
Other solventsalcohols
Solidification Pointapprox. 3°C