Sasol Chemicals NOVELUTION 390 is a liquid, alkyl phenol free and readily biodegradable nonionic ethoxylate for the inks, paints and coatings market.

Functions: Emulsifier, Wetting Agent

Chemical Family: Alcohol Ethoxylates, Non-Ionics

Labeling Claims: APEO-free, Biodegradable

Physical Form: Liquid

Features: Excellent Dispersibility

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Identification & Functionality

CASE Ingredients Functions
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Features & Benefits

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Applications & Uses

Recommended Uses & Known Applications

NOVELUTION 390 can be used as a replacement for nonylphenol or octylphenol ethoxylates. It is a high performing emulsifier for architectural and industrial coatings, for waxes, paraffins and oils, as well for emulsion polymerization and wetting additive for pigment dispersions in water borne systems. Beside that NOVELUTION 390 can be used in cleaner and degreaser formulations.

Properties

Physical Form
Odor
Mild
Appearance
Clear to slightly hazy liquid
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Active Matter100.0%—
Cloud Point58(2)°C—
Flash Point196 (385)°C (°F)—
Cloud Point (at 1% in Deionized Water)60 (140)°C (°F)—
Melting Pointapprox. 3 (37)°C (°F)—
Boiling Pointmin. 250 (min. 482)°C (°F)—
Viscosity (at 40°C)approx. 40cSt—
Density (at 20°C)0.97g/mL—
Water Contentmax. 0.1wt%—
Glycol Contentmax. 1.5wt%—
HLB13.3——
pH (at 1% in IPA/Water)6-8——

Regulatory & Compliance

Storage & Handling

Handling Instructions

The effects of extreme temperatures (cold, heat) may cause the product become turbid, viscous, cogeal or separate. In such cases mixing at normal temperatures (i.e. room temperature) will restore the product for use. Like all alkyl polyethylene glycol ethers, NOVELUTION 390 forms freeflowing or solid gels when water is added in certain concentration ranges. To prevent lumping and gelling, it is thus advisable to add NOVELUTION 390 to the water, use warm water and stir well.