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Identification & Functionality
- Chemical Family
- Chemical Name
- Agrochemical Functions
- CASE Ingredients Functions
- Cleaning Ingredients Functions
- Fluids & Lubricants Functions
- Industrial Additives Functions
- CAS No.
- 68439-46-3
- EC No.
- 614-482-0
- Technologies
- Product Families
- Chemical Structure
CH3(CH2)n-O(CH2CH2O)y
n = 8-10, y = average moles of ethoxylation
- Surfacant Type
Non-ionic
Features & Benefits
- Labeling Claims
- Agrochemicals Features
- HII Features
- Features
Preservative Free
- Functional Properties
- Detergent
- Excellent wetting agents
- Moderate foam production
- Compatible with a number of solvents
- Emulsification
- Solubilizer
- Can be used in conjunction with anionic, amphoteric and cationic surfactants.
- Biodegradability
The BIO-SOFT N91 series products are readily biodegradable.
Applications & Uses
- Markets
- Applications
- Fluids & Lubricants Type
- Fluids & Lubricants End Use
- Home Care Applications
- I&I Cleaning Applications
- Industrial Additives End Use
- Applications
The BIO-SOFT N91 series is a line of high active nonionic surfactants. The BIO-SOFT N91 series products are stable in both aqueous acidic and alkaline solutions, allowing for application in a wide range of products. The alcohol ethoxylates containing between one and five moles of ethoxylation are primarily useful in oil-based systems.
- End Product Uses
- Laundry products
- All-purpose cleaners
- I&I cleaners
- Paints
- Hard surface cleaners
- Pesticides
- Textiles
- HI&I machine based low foam cleaning.
- Product Applications
- Clean-In-Place (CIP).
- Ware Washing.
- Automatic Dishwash Detergents.
- Metal Cleaning.
- Machine Floor Scrubbing.
- Cleaning in Food and Beverage Production.
- Parts Washing.
- Industrial and Commercial Laundry.
Properties
- Formulation Type
- Physical Form
- Appearance
- Clear to slightly hazy liquid (at 25°C)
- Stable in
- Alkaline solutions, Aqueous acidic solutions
- Typical Properties
Value Units Test Method / Conditions Average Number of Moles of Ethylene Oxide 2.5 - - Color max. 50 - Apha Scale HLB 8.5 - - Density 0.925 g/ml - pH (1% in aqueous solution) 6.7 - - Actives Content min. 99.5 % - Pour Point -13 °C - Viscosity (at 38°C) 13 cPs - Flash Point min. 94 °C PMCC Flash Point Tester Regulated Volatile Organic Chemicals 0 % U.S. EPA
Regulatory & Compliance
- Certifications & Compliance
- Chemical Inventories
- Clearances
BIO-SOFT N91-6 and BIO-SOFT N91-8 meet the U.S. EPA Safe Choice Program’s surfactant screen.
Safety & Health
- Toxicity
The BIO-SOFT N91 series products are slightly toxic orally (LD₅₀ ≥ 2700mg/kg). Undiluted the BIO-SOFT N91 series products are severe skin and eye irritants while a 1% dilution generally causes slight to mild skin irritation.
Packaging & Availability
Storage & Handling
- Storage & Handling
- Normal safety precautions (i.e., gloves, safety goggles) should be employed when handling BIO-SOFT N91 series products. Avoid contact with eyes, nose or prolonged skin contact. Wash exposed areas thoroughly after handling material.
- While diluting the BIO-SOFT N91 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 N91 Series products be stored in sealed containers and kept in a cool, dry place. If the products are frozen, they should be heated gently and stirred to ensure they are homogeneous before use.