Knowde Enhanced TDS
Identification & Functionality
- Chemical Name
- Agrochemical Functions
- Technologies
Features & Benefits
- Agrochemicals Features
Applications & Uses
- Markets
- Applications
- STEP-FLOW 26 provides primary dispersing and wetting properties in pesticide flowable suspensions. This nonionic dispersant increases the fluidity of flowable suspension concentrates. The hydrophilic properties of the surfactant promotes the uniform dispersion of the concentrate when diluted in a broad spectrum of waters and fertilizers.
- Emulsifiable Concentrates
- Microemulsions
- Suspension Concentrates
- Suspoemulsions
- Water Dispersible Granules
- Wettable Powders
Properties
- Formulation Type
- Physical Form
- Appearance
- Off-white paste (at 25°C)
- Soluble in
- Water, Methanol, Xylene
- Insoluble in
- Kerosene
- Typical Properties
| Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
| Cloud Point (in 1% aqueous solution) | 80 - 84 | °C | — |
| Base | PPG/PEG | — | — |
| Density (at 50°C) | 1.04 | g/ml | — |
| Average Molecular Weight | 5900 | — | — |
| Flash Point | min. 94 | °C | PMCC Flash Point Tester |
| Surface Tension (0.1% Aqueous) | 34.5 | dynes/cm | — |
| HLB | 13 | — | — |
| Moisture Content | max. 0.2 | % | — |
| pH (1% in 1:1 IPA/H₂O) | 5 - 7 | — | — |
| Pour Point | 32 | °C | — |
| Regulated Volatile Organic Chemicals | 0 | % | U.S. EPA |
| Viscosity (at 50 °C) | 640 | cPs | — |
Regulatory & Compliance
- Certifications & Compliance
- Chemical Inventories
- Clearances
- All components of STEP-FLOW 26 are listed in the following countries; the registration numbers for the active ingredients are included in parentheses: United States (TSCA 9003-11-6), Canada (DSL 9003-11-6), Europe EINECS – polymer exempt), Japan (ENCS 7-1246), Korea (ECL Serial No KE-24574), Australia (AICS 9003- 11-6), New Zealand (9003-11-6), Philippines (PICCS 9003-11-6), and China (EICS Part 1).
- STEP-FLOW 26 is approved for use as an inert ingredient under U.S. EPA 40 CFR 180.960. STEP-FLOW 26 is approved for use as an indirect food additives or impurity in 21 CFR 172.808, 173.340, 176.210, 177.1210, 177.1680, 178.1010 and 178.3570. These CFR sections should be consulted for the complete context before any conclusion is made as to the allowed regulated use.
Safety & Health
- Other Data DOT Classification
- Non-Hazardous
Packaging & Availability
- Packaging Type
- Standard Packaging
STEP-FLOW 26 is available in drums (450 lb, 205 kg) and in bulk quantities.
Storage & Handling
- Storage & Handling
- Normal safety precautions (i.e. gloves and safety goggles) should be employed when handling STEP-FLOW 26. Contact with the eyes and prolonged contact with the skin should be avoided. Wash thoroughly after handling materials.
- STEP-FLOW 26 which has been stored in drums at temperatures below 90°F (32°C) will 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.
- Bulk Storage Information: It is recommended that STEP-FLOW 26 be stored in stainless steel and glass fiberreinforced polyester tanks. Many oven-cured phenolic and epoxy/phenolic linings may also be used. Storage temperatures above 90°F (32°C) are desirable to maintain ease of pumping. Temperatures up to 130°F (54°C) can be maintained for long periods of time without degradation of the product.