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MAKON® DA-9 is a nonionic surfactant celebrated for its effectiveness as an emulsifier and as a crucial component in emulsifier blends for agricultural formulations. It plays a pivotal role as an hlb variable across various formulations. Belonging to the chemical group of decyl alcohol ethoxylates and nonylphenol ethoxylates, its functions encompass serving as an emulsifier, a versatile multifunctional wetting agent, and an adjuvant. It's noteworthy that this product carries kosher certification.

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

Labeling Claims: Kosher

Certifications & Compliance: Kosher

Knowde Enhanced TDS

Identification & Functionality

CAS No.
61827-42-7
EC No.
612-519-5

Features & Benefits

Labeling Claims
Agrochemicals Features
HII Features

Applications & Uses

I&I Cleaning Applications
Industrial Additives End Use
Applications

MAKON DA-9 provides emulsification, moderate foam, detergency and wetting. This products finds application in laundry, textiles, hard surface cleaning, paints, carpet cleaning, hand dishwashing and institutional and industrial cleaning formulations. In addition, this product is an effective emulsifiers and emulsifier blend components for pesticide formulations. It is used as a HLB variable in most formulations and shows good emulsification properties over a wide HLB range.

Properties

Physical Form
Appearance
Hazy liquid (at 25°C)
Insoluble in
Kerosene
Soluble in
Water, Methanol, Xylene
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Density (at 25°C)1.01g/ml
Moisture Contentmax. 1%
pH (5% in aqueous solution)5-7
Viscosity (at 25°C)65cPs
Flash Pointmin. 94°CPMCC Flash Point Tester
Hydroxyl Value105
Cloud Point (1% in water)80°C
Pour Point1°C
Average Number of Moles of Ethylene Oxide9
HLB14
Regulated Volatile Organic Chemicals0%U.S. EPA

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance
Clearances
  • MAKON DA-9 is listed in United States (TSCA 61827-42-7), Canada (DSL 61827-42-7), Europe (Polymer Exempt), Philippines (PICCS 61827-42-7), Australia (AICS 61827-42-7), New Zealand (NZloC 61827-42-7), Korea (ECL KE-21507, 61827-42-7), Japan (ENCS 7-97, 61827-42-7) and China (IECSC 61827- 42-7).
  • MAKON DA-9 is approved for use as inert ingredients under U.S. EPA 40 CFR 180.910 and 180.930. It is the responsibility of the formulator to review the chemical control regulations for each country where the end product is intended to be sold or used.

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type
Standard Packaging

MAKON DA-9 is available in drums (450 lb, 205 kg) and bulk quantities.

Storage & Handling

Storage & Handling

Normal safety precautions (i.e., gloves and safety goggles) should be employed when handling MAKON DA-9. Contact with the eyes and prolonged contact with the skin should be avoided. Wash thoroughly after handling material.

Bulk Storage Information

Stainless steel and glass fiber-reinforced polyester tanks are recommended. Many oven-cured phenolic and epoxy/phenolic linings may also be used. MAKON DA-9 surfactants which have been stored in drums at temperatures below 60°F (16°C) may thicken or solidify. It may be fluidized by warming with a drum heater or in a steam room. Drums should be vented prior to heating to avoid excessive pressure build up. Product temperatures over 120°F (49°C) are not recommended.