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ROKAnol K18 (Cetoleth-18)

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ROKAnol® K18 (Cetoleth-18) is a non-ionic surfactant that belongs to the group of ethoxylated fatty alcohols (INCI name: Cetoleth-18). The product is manufactured on the basis of natural raw materials. ROKAnol® K18 contains about 100% of the active substance. Takes the form of a wax or paste with a max. Iodine Color Value of 10 and a freezing point close to 35°C.

Chemical Family: Ethoxylated Fatty Alcohols, Non-Ionics

Functions: Emulsifier, Surfactant, Surfactant (Nonionic)

End Uses: Metalworking Fluids

Synonyms: Ethoxylated C16-18 and C18-unsatd. alcs., Ethoxylated C16-18 and C18-unsaturated alcohols

Technical Data Sheet

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Identification & Functionality

Fluids & Lubricants Functions
CAS No.
68920-66-1
EC No.
500-236-9

Features & Benefits

Applications & Uses

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Fluids & Lubricants End Use
Applications

Rokanol K18 is used as a component of washing agents. It features dye and pigment dispersing properties. It has very good mineral spirits, kerosene, xylene, plant and animal fat emulsifying power. Rokanol K18 can be used in oxidizing, reducing and hard water environments. It is active in warm water, in an acid and neutral bath, as well as in diluted alkalies. It can be used in a mixture with other non-ionic auxiliary agents and in mixtures with anionic and cationic surface active agents.

Properties

Physical Form
Appearance
Paste or wax
Soluble in
Water
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Colour in iodine scale at 50 °Cmax. 10
pH (1% Solution)5.5 - 8.5
Cloud point (NaCl solution 100 g/l)74 – 79°C
Water contentmax. 1%(m/m)
Molecular weightapprox. 1100g/mol
Density at 40°Capprox. 0.95g/ml
Solidification pointapprox. 35°C
Hydrophilic-lipophilic balance (HLB)approx. 16.3

Regulatory & Compliance