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Identification & Functionality
- Chemical Name
- Agrochemical Functions
- Industrial Additives Functions
- Technologies
Features & Benefits
- Labeling Claims
Applications & Uses
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- Applicable Processes
- Applications
Stepan Methyl Esters can be used as either solvents or cosolvents, crop oils or carrier oils in oils in agricultural applications.
Properties
- Formulation Type
- Physical Form
- Appearance
- Clear liquid (at 25°C)
- Insoluble in
- Water
- Soluble in
- Kerosene, Methanol, Xylene
- Typical Properties
- Composition
| Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
| Acid Number | max. 0.6 | — | — |
| Boiling Point | min. 260 | °C | — |
| Color | max. 1 | — | Gardener Scale |
| Density (at 25°C) | 0.87 | g/ml | — |
| Flash Point | min. 93 | °C | PMCC Flash Point Tester |
| Iodine Number | max. 0.3 | — | — |
| Melting Point | -5 | °C | — |
| Moisture Content | max. 0.1 | % | ASTM E 1064 |
| Saponification Value | 253 | — | — |
| Viscosity (at 25°C) | 7 | cPs | — |
| Volatile Organic Compound | 22 | % | CARB, Attachment B |
| Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
| Methyl Laurate (C12) | 72 | % | — |
| Methyl Myristate (C14) | 26 | % | — |
| Other Methyl Esters | 2 | % | — |
Regulatory & Compliance
- Certifications & Compliance
- Chemical Inventories
- Clearances
- STEPAN Methyl Esters are approved for use as inert ingredients under U.S. EPA 40 CFR 180.910.
- STEPAN C-42 methyl ester is listed in United States (TSCA 111-82-0, 124-10-7), Europe (EINECS 203-911-3, 204-680-1), Japan (ENCS 2-798, 2-798), Canada (DSL 111-82-0, 124-10-7), Australia (AICS 111-82-0, 124-10-7), Philippines (PICCS 111-82-0, 124-10-7), Korea (ECL Serial No. KE-12876, KE-33354), China (IECSC 111-82-0, 124-10-7), and New Zealand (NZIoC 111-82-0, 124-10-7).
Packaging & Availability
- Packaging Type
- Standard Packaging
STEPAN C-42 Methyl Esters are available in bulk quantities.
Storage & Handling
- Storage & Handling
- Normal safety precautions (i.e. gloves and safety goggles) should be employed when handling STEPAN Methyl Esters. Use products away from sparks and open flame in a well-ventilated area. Contact with the eyes and prolonged contact with the skin should be avoided. Wash thoroughly after handling materials. Product temperatures over 130°F (54°C) are not recommended.
- Storage Information: STEPAN Methyl Esters can be stored in vessels of carbon steel, but 316 or 304 stainless steel is preferred. Tanks should be closed with venting through a gooseneck vent. The methyl esters should be stored between 90-110°F (32-43°C). External steam panel coils can be used if heating is required. Pumps, pipes, and transfer lines can be carbon steel, but 316 or 304 stainless steel is preferred. Rubber hoses are not recommended for extended use as methyl esters attack rubber. Drums should be stored in sealed containers at a temperature of 90-110°F (32-43°C). Storage under nitrogen will prevent degradation of the product over time.