Knowde Enhanced TDS
Identification & Functionality
- Agrochemical Functions
- Cleaning Ingredients Functions
- Industrial Additives Functions
- Product Families
Applications & Uses
- Applications
- Applicable Processes
- Home Care Applications
- I&I Cleaning Applications
- Industrial Additives End Use
- Applications
STEPFAC 8180 is typically used in high electrolyte systems. They can be used as compatibility agents in liquid fertilizer systems. They can also be incorporated into many emulsifier blends.
Properties
- Formulation Type
- Physical Form
- Appearance
- Hazy liquid (at 25°C)
- Dispersible in
- Water
- Soluble in
- Methanol, Xylene, Kerosene
- Typical Properties
| Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
| Average Moles of Ethylene Oxide | 3 | — | — |
| Density (at 25°C) | 1.03 | g/ml | — |
| Diester | 53 | % | — |
| Flash Point | min. 94 | °C | PMCC Flash Point Tester |
| H₃PO₄ | max. 2 | % | — |
| Moisture Content | max. 1 | % | — |
| Monoester | 42 | % | — |
| pH (in 1% aqueous) | 2 - 3 | — | — |
| Pour Point | max. -18 | °C | — |
| Regulated Volatile Organic Chemicals | 0 | % | U.S. EPA |
| Viscosity (at 25°C) | 760 | cPs | — |
Regulatory & Compliance
- Certifications & Compliance
- Chemical Inventories
- Clearances
- The international inventories (country clearances) for STEPFAC 8180 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.
- STEPFAC 8180 is approved for use as inert ingredients under U.S. EPA 40 CFR 180.910, 180.920, 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
- Standard Packaging
STEPFAC 8180 is available in drums (450 lb, 205 kg) and in bulk quantities.
Storage & Handling
- Storage & Handling
- Safety precautions (gloves and safety goggles-face shield, if splashing may occur) should be employed when handling STEPFAC 8180. Avoid contact with the eyes and skin. Wash thoroughly after handling material.
- Bulk Storage Information: Elevated storage temperature may be desirable to maintain ease of pumping, but product should be stored long term at ambient temperature.
- STEPFAC 8180 which have been stored in drums at temperatures below 50 °F (10 °C) may thicken or solidify. They 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 130 °F (54 °C) are not recommended.