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Identification & Functionality
- Agrochemical Functions
- CAS No.
- 68585-47-7
- EC No.
- 271-557-7
- Technologies
Features & Benefits
- Labeling Claims
- Agrochemicals Features
- Biodegradability
Products are readily biodegradable.
- Product Features
- High-active (93%), naturally derived wetting agent; low-foaming.
- Spray-dried blends of liquid anionic/nonionic surfactants and modified lignosulfonates
- Good performance in formulations requiring high silica levels
- Improved hard water performance
- Improved long term storage performance
- Compatability with PVA packaging
- Flexibility in formulating
- Low surface tension
- Acts as a binder, therefore no need for external binder in most of the cases
Applications & Uses
- Markets
- Applications
STEPWET DF-95 is a high active anionic wetting agent. The product is available as a spray dried powder. STEPWET DF-95 is free flowing and provide rapid, efficient granule wetting and breakup when added to a pesticide. STEPWET DF-95 wetting agents can be used in water dispersible granules and wettable powders.
Properties
- Formulation Type
- Appearance
- Free flowing white powder (at 25°C)
- Soluble in
- Water
- Insoluble in
- Kerosene, Xylene, Methanol
- Typical Properties
| Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
| Actives Content | min. 93 | % | — |
| Density | 0.48 | g/ml | — |
| Flash Point | min. 94 | °C | PMCC Flash Point Tester |
| Moisture Content | max. 2 | % | — |
| pH (in 1% aqueous) | 9.5 | — | — |
| Regulated Volatile Organic Chemicals | 0 | % | U.S. EPA |
Regulatory & Compliance
- Certifications & Compliance
- Chemical Inventories
- Clearances
- STEPWET DF-95 wetting agents are approved for use as inert ingredients under U.S. EPA 40 CFR 180.910 and 180.930.
- STEPWET DF-95 wetting agents are listed in Europe (EINECS 205-788-1), Japan (ENCS 2-1679), Canada (DSL 151-21-3), China (IECSC 61791-12-6), New Zealand (NZIoC 61827-42-7), Phillippines (PICCS 25155-30- 0) Australia (AICS 151-21-3) and Korea (ECL Serial No. KE-12954).
- 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.
Safety & Health
- Toxicity
STEPWET DF-95 wetting agents are slightly toxic orally (LD₅₀ is between 0.8-1.1 g/kg) and cause moderate skin and eye irritation at 10% active.
Packaging & Availability
- Standard Packaging
STEPWET DF-95 is available in drums (200 lb, 91 kg) and in bulk quantities.
Storage & Handling
- Storage & Handling
- Normal safety precautions (i.e. gloves and safety goggles) should be employed when handling STEPWET DF-95 wetting agents. Contact with the eyes and prolonged contact with the skin should be avoided. To avoid inhalation of particles, wear a dust mask when handling. Wash thoroughly after handling materials.
- Storage Information: It is recommended that STEPWET DF-95 wetting agents be stored in sealed containers and kept in a dry place.