TRIDAC ISO-40 is a fatty alcohol polyethyleneglycol ether, based on MARLIPAL 13 and ethylene oxide (about 40 moles). It is used in personal care as water-soluble emulsifier. It is applicable for all kinds of liquid personal cleansing products. For documents specific to a region, please contact Sasol using the 'Request Document' button.

Chemical NameIsotridecanol, Ethoxylated

CAS Number69011-36-5

FunctionsSurfactant, Surfactant (Nonionic)

Chemical FamilyAlcohol Ethoxylates

Ingredient OriginPetrochemical, Synthetic

SynonymsPoly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), α-tridecyl-ω-hydroxy-, branched

Technical Data Sheet

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Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family
Ingredient Origin
Cleaning Ingredients Functions
Cosmetic Ingredients Functions
Fluids & Lubricants Functions
CAS No.
69011-36-5
EC No.
500-241-6

Features & Benefits

Labeling Claims

Applications & Uses

Markets
Compatible Substrates & Surfaces
Fluids & Lubricants Type
Fluids & Lubricants End Use
Home Care Applications
I&I Cleaning Applications
Recommended Uses & Known Applications

TRIDAC ISO-40 is used in emulsion polymerisation, in particular to produce stable latexes of styrene/acrylate, VAM (vinyl acetate monomer) and copolymers.

Properties

Physical Form
Appearance
Clear liquid
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
pH (5%)5.0-7.0-MPL 1007.0
Cloud Point (1% in 5% NaCl)88-93°CRCM 3646
Pour Point10°C
Flash Pointmin. 125°CASTM D 93
Molecular Weight1.810-2.050g/molCalculated
Hydroxyl Number27-31mg KOH/gRCM 3851
HLB18-Calculated
Ethylene Oxide Content90%w/wCalculated
Dry Matter69-71% massRCM 3644

Packaging & Availability

Regional Availability
  • Africa
  • Europe
  • Middle East
Packaging Information

TRIDAC ISO-40 is generally supplied in plastic drums.

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life
36 months
Storage And Handling
  • TRIDAC ISO-40 should preferably be stored in stainless steel tanks.
  • It is suggested to keep the product at temperature below 40°C, it is preferable to avoid heating above 60°C and to store under nitrogen in order to minimize yellowish phenomena.
  • TRIDAC ISO-40 is clear liquid at room temperature and it becomes solid at temperature about 10°C.
  • TRIDAC ISO-40 does not contain any preservative. TRIDAC ISO-40 is not susceptible to microbial growth because of low water content.
  • Shelf-life is 36 months from production date for product in its original and sealed packaging.