BIO-SOFT® EC-690

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BIO-SOFT® EC-690 is a nonionic surfactant that provides stability in both acidic and alkaline aqueous solutions. It offers moderate and stable foam along with high detergency. Tailored for laundry and various cleaning applications, including household, institutional, and industrial hard surface cleaners, BIO-SOFT® EC-690 complies with the u.S. Safer choice surfactant screen and is listed on cleangredients.

Functions: Emulsifier, Surfactant, Surfactant (Nonionic), Wetting Agent

Labeling Claims: Bio-based, Naturally Derived, Plant-Based

Certifications & Compliance: Kosher, Safer Choice

Knowde Enhanced TDS

Identification & Functionality

CAS No.
68002-97-1
EC No.
500-182-6
Chemical Structure

CH3(CH2)n-O(CH2CH2O)yH

n = 11-13
y = average moles of ethoxylation

Features & Benefits

Agrochemicals Features
Features
  • Preservative Free
  • Naturally derived
  • Easy to handle
  • General purpose
Biodegradability

Product is readily biodegradable.

Applications & Uses

Applications

BIO-SOFT EC series are nonionic surfactants prepared by ethoxylating fatty alcohol. The BIO-SOFT EC series products are stable in both aqueous acidic and alkaline solutions, allowing for application in a wide range of products. They provide moderate, stable foam and high detergency for use in laundry products, consumer and I&I hard surface cleaners. The BIO-SOFT EC series products are water soluble and highly effective at low concentrations, working well in warm and hot water applications.

Properties

Physical Form
Appearance
Clear to hazy liquid (at 30°C)
Soluble in
Water
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Colormax. 50Apha Scale
Average Number of Moles of Ethylene Oxide7
Density0.988g/ml
HLB12.2
pH (1% in 10:6 IPA:Water)6.8
Pour Point5°C
Actives Contentmin. 90%
Viscosity (at 25°C)60cPs
Cloud Point (in 1% aqueous solution)51°C
Flash Pointmin. 94°CPMCC Flash Point Tester
Regulated Volatile Organic Chemicals0%U.S. EPA

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance
Clearances

BIO-SOFT EC-690 meet the U.S. EPA Safe Choice Program’s surfactant screen

Safety & Health

Toxicity

The BIO-SOFT EC-Series products are moderately toxic orally (Oral LD₅₀ rat; undiluted 930-2140 mg/kg). Undiluted, the BIO-SOFT EC series products are moderately to severely irritating to skin and severely irritating to eye; while a 1% dilution generally causes slight to mild skin irritation.

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type
Standard Packaging

The BIO-SOFT EC series products are available in bulk and 205 kilogram drums.

Storage & Handling

Storage & Handling
  • Normal safety precautions (i.e., gloves and safety goggles) should be employed when handling BIO-SOFT EC series products. Contact with eyes and skin should be avoided. Wash exposed areas thoroughly after handling material.
  • While diluting the BIO-SOFT EC series products, as with all alcohol ethoxylates, they are prone to gelling. If the product is diluted into water, heating may be required to minimize or eliminate gel formation. It is recommended that the BIO-SOFT EC series products be stored in sealed containers and kept in a cool, dry place. If material is frozen, it should be heated gently, and stirred to ensure it is homogeneous before use.
Workplace Exposure

Occupational exposure can occur primarily through skin contact or via inhalation of vapors and mists. Engineering controls, personal protective equipment, and other workplace practices should be used to control these exposures.