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BIO-TERGE® AS-40A

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BIO-TERGE® AS-40A is a benzoic acid preserved alpha-olefin sulfonate. This anionic surfactant provides excellent viscosity, foam characteristics, and mildness. It is an ideal surfactant for use in a variety of hi&i cleaning and personal care applications. The product is sulfate-free.

INCI Name: Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate

Functions: Surfactant, Surfactant (Anionic)

Synonyms: Alkenes, C14-16 α-, sulfonated, sodium salts, Sulfochem AOS-K, C14-C16-Alkanehydroxysulfonic Acids Sodium Salts

Safety Data Sheet

Knowde Enhanced TDS

Identification & Functionality

Carrier
Cleaning Ingredients Functions
Cosmetic Ingredients Functions
CAS No.
68439-57-6
EC No.
270-407-8
Chemical Group

Alpha Olefin Sulfonate, Sulfonates

Features & Benefits

Functions
Foam Booster
Product Benefits
Sulfate-Free

Applications & Uses

Application Format
Bath & Shower Applications
Hair Care Applications
Personal Hygiene Applications
Applications
  • 2 in 1 Shampoo
  • Aircraft Cleaners
  • Bath Additives
  • Bathroom Cleaners
  • Bathroom Cleaners
  • Body Scrubs
  • Body Wash
  • Bug and Tar Removers
  • Carwash - Automatic
  • Carwash - Hand
  • Degreasers
  • Degreasers
  • Fine Fabric Wash
  • Floor Cleaners
  • Hand Dishwashing Detergents
  • Hand Dishwashing Detergents
  • Hand Soaps
  • Hand Soaps
  • Hard Surface Cleaners - Dilutable
  • Hard Surface Cleaners - Dilutable
  • Hard Surface Cleaners - Ready to Use
  • Hard Surface Cleaners - Ready to Use
  • Kitchen Cleaners
  • Laundry Aids
  • Laundry Aids
  • Laundry Detergents
  • Laundry Detergents
  • Men's Grooming
  • Other Home Care
  • Other Institutional and Industrial Cleaning
  • Other Personal Care
  • Other Vehicle Care
  • Oven and Grill Cleaners
  • Oven and Grill Cleaners
  • Pet Care
  • Shampoos
  • Shower Gel
  • Truck Wash
  • Tub and Tile Cleaners
  • Tub and Tile Cleaners
  • Warewash Detergents

Properties

Physical Form
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Actives Content39%
Boiling Pointmin. 100°C
Cloud Point7°C
Critical Micelle Concentration (CMC)301mg/l
Density (at 25°C)1.06g/ml
Flash Pointmin. 94°C
Freeze Point-7°C
Pour Point-4°C
Regulated Volatile Organic Chemicals0%U.S. EPA

Regulatory & Compliance

Packaging & Availability

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