Knowde Enhanced TDS
Identification & Functionality
- Agrochemical Functions
- Cleaning Ingredients Functions
- Technologies
- Product Families
Features & Benefits
- Labeling Claims
- Agrochemicals Features
- HII Features
- Features
Preservative Free
- Biodegradability
BIO-SOFT N-400 is expected to be readily biodegradable.
Applications & Uses
- Applications
- Home Care Applications
- I&I Cleaning Applications
- Applications
Emulsification, Degreasing booster when used with higher HLB surfactants, Industrial Cleaners, and Detergents.
Properties
- Formulation Type
- Physical Form
- Appearance
- Clear to slightly hazy liquid (at 25°C)
- Typical Properties
| Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
| NPE Equivalent | NP-4 | — | — |
| NPE Equivalent | NP-6 | — | — |
| Actives Content | 100 | % | — |
| Color | 10 | — | Apha Scale |
| Critical Micelle Concentration (CMC) | 42 | mg/L | — |
| pH (1% in Water) | 6.5 | — | — |
| HLB | 8.8 | — | — |
| Ethylene Oxide Content | 44 | wt% | — |
| Hydroxyl Value | 189 | mg KOH/g | — |
| Viscosity (at 25°C) | 23 | cPs | — |
| Melting Point | -59 to 4 | °C | — |
| Viscosity (at 38°C) | 16 | cPs | — |
| Molecular Weight | 301 | g/mol | — |
| Flash Point | min. 94 | °C | PMCC Flash Point Tester |
| Cloud Point (1% in water) | max. 25 | °C | — |
| Pour Point | -10 | °C | — |
| Density (at 25°C) | 0.933 | g/ml | — |
| Density (at 38°C) | 0.928 | g/ml | — |
| Surface Tension (at CMC) | 27 | dynes/cm | — |
| Draves Wetting (at 25 °C, 0.1% in Water) | 9 | sec | — |
| Draves Wetting (at 60 °C, 0.1% in Water) | 9 | sec | — |
| Regulated Volatile Organic Chemicals | 0 | % | U.S. EPA |
| Ross-Miles Foam Height (in 0.1% actives, initial) | 5.3 | cm | — |
| Ross-Miles Foam Height (in 0.1% actives, 5min) | 4.7 | cm | — |
Regulatory & Compliance
- Certifications & Compliance
- Chemical Inventories
- Clearances
All components of BIO-SOFT N-400 are listed in the following countries; the registration numbers for the active ingredients are included in parentheses: Australia (AICS 68439-46-3, 66455-14-9), Canada (DSL 68439-46-3, 66455-14-9), China (IECSC 68439-46-3, 66455-14-9), Japan (ENCS 7-97), Korea (ECL Serial No. KE-13383, KE-13386), New Zealand (NZIoC 68439-46-3, 66455-14-9), Philippines (PICCS 68439-46- 3, 66455-14-9), and United States (TSCA 68439-46-3, 66455-14-9).
Technical Details & Test Data
- Emulsification Versatility
BIO-SOFT® N-Series Blends have a high capacity for emulsifying a variety of fragrance, industrial, and food oils.
Method: Oil emulsification capacity, 10 wt% nonionc in deionized water titrated with oil to form a stable emulsion for 20 min, 22°C, required HLB for d-limonene = 12, petroleum oils = 10, canola oils = 7.
- Rapid Wetting
BIO-SOFT® N-400 and BIO-SOFT® N-600 wet surfaces in a fraction of the time compared to the NPE equivalents.
Method: Draves wetting, ASTM D2188-10, 5-g skein, 3-g hook, 0.1 wt% nonionic, deionized water, 25°C.
- Emulsification Efficacy
BIO-SOFT® N-400 and BIO-SOFT® N-900 effectively emulsify nonpolar mineral oil.
Method: Nonionic/mineral oil emulsions with red dye, 50/50 wt% of BIO-SOFT® N-400 and BIO-SOFT® N-900 in deionized water, stability qualitatively ranked, 20 min, 22°C, required HLB for mineral oil = 10.5.
Safety & Health
- Toxicity
BIO-SOFT N-400 is slightly toxic orally (LD₅₀ > 2,000 mg/kg), and at 10% active causes slight skin and moderate eye irritation.
Packaging & Availability
- Packaging Type
- Standard Packaging
BIO-SOFT N-400 is available in drums (400 lb, 182 kg), totes (2050 lb, 932 kg), and in bulk quantities.
Storage & Handling
- Storage & Handling
- Non-Bulk Storage Recommendations: BIO-SOFT N-400 should be stored in closed containers and kept in a cool, dry place away from incompatible materials (see Section 10 of the SDS). If material is frozen it should be heated gently and stirred to ensure it is homogeneous before use.
- Bulk Storage Recommendations: BIO-SOFT N-400 should be stored in vessels of 316 stainless steel or fiberglass with a corrosion liner. Heating and agitation are recommended for outside storage. Material should be stored between 80-100 °F (27-38 °C). An internal hairpin coil of 316 stainless steel with low pressure steam (under 50 psig) should be used if heating is required. Pumps, pipes and transfer lines should be 316 stainless steel.
- Normal safety precautions (i.e., gloves and safety goggles) should be employed when handling BIO-SOFT N-400. Contact with eyes, nose or prolonged contact with skin should be avoided. Wash thoroughly after handling BIO-SOFT N-400.
- 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.