company tower banner
Stepan Company Company Logo

BIO-SOFT® N-600

BIO-SOFT® N-600 is a nonionic surfactant blend with an hlb (hydrophilic-lipophilic balance) value of 10.6. It serves purposes such as wetting, emulsification, and as a degreasing booster within industrial cleaners, detergents, and paint additives. In comparison to np-6 (nonylphenol ethoxylate), BIO-SOFT® N-600 demonstrates faster wetting properties and can serve as a replacement for nonylphenol ethoxylates. It meets the stringent requirements of the u.S. Epa safer choice program's surfactant screen and is listed on cleangredients.

Brand: BIO-SOFT (57 products)

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

Labeling Claims: Preservative-free

Certifications & Compliance: Kosher, Safer Choice

Enhanced TDS

Knowde-enriched technical product data sheet

Identification & Functionality

Features & Benefits

Labeling Claims
Agrochemicals Features
HII Features
Features
  • Preservative Free
  • NPE replacement
  • Easy to handle
Biodegradability

BIO-SOFT N-600 is expected to be readily biodegradable.

Applications & Uses

Properties

Formulation Type
Physical Form
Appearance
Clear to slightly hazy liquid (at 25°C)
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Cloud Point (1% in water)max. 25°C-
Actives Content100%-
Color10-Apha Scale
Critical Micelle Concentration (CMC)10mg/l-
pH (1% in Water)5.5 - 7.5--
HLB10.6--
Ethylene Oxide Content53wt%-
Viscosity (at 25°C)70cPs-
Viscosity (at 38°C)30cPs-
Flash Pointmin. 94°CPMCC Flash Point Tester
Hydroxyl Value134mg KOH/g-
Molecular Weight410g/mol-
Freeze Point9°C-
Pour Point5°C-
Density (at 25°C)0.928g/ml-
Density (at 38°C)0.918g/ml-
Surface Tension (in 0.1% aqueous solution)28dynes/cm-
Draves Wetting (at 25°C, 0.1% in Water)15sec-
Draves Wetting (at 60 °C, 0.1% in Water)13sec-
Regulated Volatile Organic Chemicals0%U.S. EPA
Ross-Miles Foam Height (in 0.1% actives, initial)4.5cm-
Ross-Miles Foam Height (in 0.1% actives, 5min)4cm-

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance
Chemical Inventories
Clearances

All components of BIO-SOFT N-600 are listed in the following countries; the registration numbers for the active ingredients are included in parentheses: Australia (AICS 66455-14-9), Canada (DSL 66455-14-9), China (IECSC 66455-14-9), Japan (ENCS 7-97), Korea (ECL Serial No. KE-13386), New Zealand (NZIoC 66455-14-9), Philippines (PICCS 66455-14-9), Taiwan (TCSI 66455-14-9), and United States (TSCA 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.

BIO-SOFT® N-600 - Emulsification Versatility

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.

BIO-SOFT® N-600 - Rapid Wetting

Method: Draves wetting, ASTM D2188-10, 5-g skein, 3-g hook, 0.1 wt% nonionic, deionized water, 25°C.

Safety & Health

Toxicity

BIO-SOFT N-600 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-600 is available in drums (400 lb, 181 kg), totes (2010 lb, 912 kg), and in bulk quantities.

Storage & Handling

Storage & Handling
  • While diluting BIO-SOFT N-600, as with all alcohol ethoxylates, it is prone to gelling. If the product is diluted into water, heating may be required to minimize or eliminate gel formation.
  • Non-Bulk Storage Recommendations: BIO-SOFT N-600 should be stored in closed containers and kept in a cool, dry place away from incompatible materials (see Section 10 of the SDS). In general, as with all alcohol ethoxylates, non-bulk packages should be stirred to ensure they are homogeneous before use. If material is frozen, it should also be heated gently and stirred to ensure it is homogeneous before use.
  • Bulk Storage Recommendations: BIO-SOFT N-600 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 95-131 °F (35-55 °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-600. Contact with eyes, nose or prolonged contact with skin should be avoided. Wash thoroughly after handling BIO-SOFT N-600.
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.