BIO-SOFT® N91-8

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BIO-SOFT® N91-8 is a c9-11 linear alcohol ethoxylate with an hlb of 13.9, suitable for oil-in-water formulations. It offers fast wetting and high foam, even in high-temperature cleaning, due to its elevated cloud point. With applications spanning laundry detergents, textiles, hard surface cleaning, paints, and institutional and industrial cleaning, it complies with the u.S. Epa safer choice program's surfactant screen and is listed on cleangredients.

Chemical Name: Alcohols, C9-11, ethoxylated

Functions: Detergent, Emulsifier, Foaming Agent, Solubilizer, Surfactant, Surfactant (Nonionic), Wetting Agent

Chemical Family: Alcohol Ethoxylates

Labeling Claims: Kosher, Preservative-free

Certifications & Compliance: Kosher, Safer Choice

Knowde Enhanced TDS

Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family
CAS No.
68439-46-3
EC No.
614-482-0
Chemical Structure

CH3(CH2)n-O(CH2CH2O)y

n = 8-10, y = average moles of ethoxylation

Features & Benefits

Agrochemicals 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

Fluids & Lubricants Type
Fluids & Lubricants End Use
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

Properties

Physical Form
Appearance
Clear to slightly hazzy liquid (at 25°C)
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Average Number of Moles of Ethylene Oxide8.3
Colormax. 50Apha Scale
HLB13.9
Density1.008g/ml
pH (1% in aqueous solution)6
Actives Contentmin. 99.5%
Pour Point15°C
Viscosity (at 38°C)29cPs
Cloud Point (in 1% aqueous solution)78 - 85°C
Flash Pointmin. 94°CPMCC Flash Point Tester
Regulated Volatile Organic Chemicals0%U.S. EPA

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance
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

Packaging Type
Standard Packaging

The BIO-SOFT N91 Series products are available in drum and in bulk quantities.

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.