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STEPAN® MWA-202

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STEPAN® MWA-202 is a polyoxyethylated castor oil containing 40 moles of ethylene oxide. It can be used as an emulsifier and as a coupling agent for metalworking formulations. It can be used alone or in combination with other surfactants. It can enable improved performance in metal cleaning in metalworking applications. It can be used to efficiently remove oil residue from metal surfaces.

Functions: Coupling Agent, Emulsifier, Surfactant (Nonionic)

Chemical Family: Ethoxylates

Features: Excellent Emulsifiability, Excellent Lubricity

End Uses: Metalworking Fluids

Synonyms: Castor Oil Ethoxylated, Polyoxyethylene Castor Oil

Knowde Enhanced TDS

Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family
CAS No.
61791-12-6
EC No.
500-151-7

Features & Benefits

Product Benefits
  • 100% active
  • Standard emulsifier chemistries
  • Hard water tolerant
  • Metal cleaning components, low foaming and coupling agent capabilities

 

Functional Characteristics.

 

STEPAN® MWA Products Product Class Sub-Class Functional Characteristics
Emulsification Lubricity Antifoaming Metal Cleaning Hard Water Tolerance Antimisting Corrosion Inhibition Coupling Agent Biocidal Inert
200 Series Alkoxylates Castor Oil X X              
Alcohol X X X X X     X  
Nonyl Phenol X X     X        
EO/PO Polymers X X              

Applications & Uses

Markets
Fluids & Lubricants Type
Fluids & Lubricants End Use
Applications

STEPAN MWA-202 is a polyoxyethylated castor oil containing ~40 moles of ethylene oxide. It can be used as emulsifiers and as coupling agents for metalworking formulations. STEPAN MWA-202 can be used alone or in combination with other surfactants. STEPAN MWA-202 can enable improved performance in metal cleaning in metalworking applications. It can be used to efficiently remove oil residue from metal surfaces.

Properties

Physical Form
Appearance
Hazy liquid (at 25°C)
Soluble in
Water, Methanol, Xylene
Insoluble in
Kerosene
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Average Moles of Ethylene Oxide36
Density1.06g/ml
Flash Pointmin. 94°CPMCC Flash Point Tester
HLB13
Moisture Content0.1%
pH (in 5% aqueous)6
Pour Point10°C
Regulated Volatile Organic Chemicals0%U.S. EPA
Viscosity (at 25°C)600cPs

Regulatory & Compliance

Clearances

The international inventories (country clearances) for STEPAN MWA-202 can be found in Section 15 of the Safety Data Sheet (SDS). 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

STEPAN MWA-202 is available in drums.

Storage & Handling

Storage & Handling
  • Normal safety precautions (e.g., gloves and safety goggles) should be employed when handling STEPAN MWA-202. Contact with eyes, nose or prolonged contact with skin should be avoided. Wash thoroughly after handling STEPAN MWA-202. See SDS for more information.
  • Non-Bulk Storage Information: It is recommended that STEPAN MWA-202 be stored in sealed containers and kept in a well ventilated, cool, dry area away from sparks, fire, and open flame. Avoid overheating or freezing. Equipment should be grounded when transferring or using material.
Workplace Exposure

Occupational exposure can occur primarily through skin contact or via inhalation of vapors and mists. Engineering controls, personal protective equipment, and other workplace practices should be used to control these exposures. See SDS for more information.