Products in Home Care: Thickener

ADM Native Food Grade Corn Starch #028185 is a highly refined basic powdered starch manufactured by ADM. This product is used in food applications such as puddings, salad dressings, prepared mixes, and gravies. As an unmodified (thick-boiling) starch, it is typically high in viscosity, with a good body at both low and high solids. Additionally, the setback (viscosity increase upon aging of the starch paste) is characteristically high for this product.

Alcoguard 5800 is a hydrophobically modified alkali swellable rheology modifier emulsion. It can be used in formula systems (e.g., electrolyte solutions, surfactants, etc.) with high levels of surfactants or electrolytes that adversely affect other thickeners. When the pH value of the system is greater than 7, Alcoguard 5800 efficiently thickens and stabilizes most water-based formulas. For some special formula systems and with the proper formulation technique, when the design is reasonable and the pH is below 7, Alcoguard 5800 can also effectively work as a thickener.

Arquad 16-50 is a quaternary ammonium compound - hexadecyltrimethyl ammoniumchloride.

Ethomeen T/15 is a tallow amine ethoxylate.

Ethomeen T/12 LC is a tallow amine ethoxylate.

Aromox 14D-W970 is an amine oxide, based on a distilled C14-amine.

Ethomeen O/12 is a tertiary amine ethoxylate, based on a primary oleyl amine.

Ethomeen T/12 is an ethoxylated tallow amine.

Alcogum L 520 cationic compatible acid swellable rheology modifier, designed to perform below pH 6, performs well in many applications. It is supplied at 20% active solids in water. When neutralized with an inorganic or organic acid, it provides a clear, viscous solution. The Alcogum® L 520 manufacturing process finely controls polymer structure and molecular weight to provide optimized performance in a broad range of applications areas.

Ethomeen O/12LC is a tertiary amine ethoxylate, based on a primary oleyl amine.

Versa-TL 501 is a anionic sulfonated polystyrene water-based mud additive in an aqueous liquid, pH 7.

Ethomeen C/25 is a tertiary amine ethoxylate, based on a primary coco amine.

Ethomeen C/25A is a resin neutralizer for plasticizing films on either hair or skin.

Alcogum SL 920 is a acrylate based emulsion copolymer, hydrophobically modified, alkali soluble emulsion polymer, array of applications.

Arquad T-50 is a cationic surfactant based on tallow amine - Tallowtrimethylammonium chloride.

Arquad 16-29 is an alkyl trimethylquaternary ammonium compound - hexadecyltrimethylammonium chloride.

T-Det® PEG 20000 is a 100% active polyetheylene glycol with an average molecular weight of 20000. It can be used as a lubricant, thickener, defoaming agent, mold release agent, softener, conditioner, and as a dispersant. Additionally, PEG€™s can be used to make chemical intermediates such as fatty acid esters.

DeCAL 1803 is an emulsion polymer dispersion for use in rinse conditioners and acidic hard surface cleaners. It enables cold mixing in aqueous systems, which increases process speed and efficiency, and reduces energy costs in manufacturing. DeCAL 1803 provides a cost-effective way to thicken difficult cationic systems. It improves performance while promoting excellent viscosity and flow control. DeCAL 1803 can be added to formulations at any stage of manufacturing because its low, as-supplied viscosity means that it can be easily incorporated without requiring elaborate mixing facilities.

Deuteron® VT 855 is a suspension of Deuteron® XG in a solvent base. Its pasty form allows for convenient manual dosing and stirring. This product is soluble in both cold and hot water, yielding pseudoplastic solutions upon dissolution. It contains xanthan gum dispersed in an ester of lactic acid.

Deuteron® VT 856 is a suspension of Deuteron® XG in a solvent base. Its pasty form allows for easy manual dosing and stirring. This product is soluble in both cold and hot water, producing pseudoplastic solutions upon dissolution. It contains xanthan gum dispersed in 1-ethoxy-2-propanol.

Deuteron® VT 819 is a natural biopolymer derived from polysaccharides. With a glyoxal surface treatment, its hydration properties are delayed, resulting in an easily dispersible and user-friendly product. This xanthan gum is known for its resistance to acids, alkalines, and heat, making it effortless to incorporate into various applications.

Deuteron® VT 910 stands out as a natural biopolymer sourced from polysaccharides. Specifically designed with a unique glyoxal surface treatment, it showcases a remarkable feature delayed hydration properties. This particular characteristic results in a controlled swelling, providing unparalleled ease during its incorporation across diverse applications.

Deuteron® XG is a natural biopolymer derived from polysaccharides. It dissolves in both cold and hot water, forming pseudoplastic solutions that can withstand a broad range of temperatures and pH levels. While insoluble in pure organic solvents, it remains stable in both anionic and non-ionic systems. However, in cationic systems, there might be potential compatibility issues. Deuteron® XG contributes to building robust structural viscosity in various applications.

Naxamide® CD-231 is a 2:1 modified amide that acts as a foam booster and increases detergent effectiveness synergistically with other surfactants, such as anionic systems. In liquid formulations, it will increase viscosity without increasing the cloud point, as well as act as an emollient to increase mildness. Additionally, it can be used as a textile scouring, softening, and sizing agent, and it exhibits good emulsification properties.

Galaxy™ CAPAO is a versatile ingredient whihc is categorized under cleaning ingredients, specifically as a rheology modifier and wetting & dispersion aid. Galaxy™ CAPAO offers a multitude of benefits, such as excellent wetting properties, thickening emulsions, effective degreasing, and foam stability. It maintains high stability even in alkaline environments. This liquid-form ingredient functions as a thickener, wetting agent, emulsifier, conditioner, and foam stabilizer.

Galaxy™ LAPAO, belongs to the realm of cleaning ingredients, specifically as a rheology modifier and wetting & dispersion aid. This versatile product finds applications in various market segments, including surface care, industrial cleaning, and dish care, making it a valuable addition to bleach, dishwash detergents, and industrial degreasers.

High Cationic Acrylamide Copolymer Liquid Thickener is formulated in a technical white oil-based emulsion.

Cola®Teric AV is an alkyl betaine that effectively thickens HCl as well as mixtures of HCl and other mineral acids. As a surfactant, Cola®Teric AV also provides wetting and detergency properties in acid formulations. Due to its viscosity building efficiency, ease of formulation and long-term stability in mineral acids, Cola®Teric AV is ideal for use in acid bowl cleaners, dairy cleaners and a variety of applications where viscous acid solutions are required. For easiest results, add the ColaTeric AV to the water and then add the acid.

Hydriol® PGCL.3 is used as an antistatic in plastics, thickening and solubilizing component in cleaning agents.

EasyTens® X1 is a naturally-derived thickening agent for oils and is able to thicken a wide variety of natural oils such as sunflower, olive and rapeseed oil leading to transparent jellies.

Microscrub® 100 are Medium particle size polyethylene powders for use as a scrub agent in industrial hand cleaners, and as texturing agents for floor coatings.Features and Benefits Low density polyethylene adds texture and antislip properties to coatings intended for walking surfaces Provides a consistent texture for industrial scrubs and cleaners High molecular weight polymer promotes enhanced abrasion resistance

Microscrub® 80 are Medium particle size polyethylene powders for use as a scrub agent in industrial hand cleaners, and as texturing agents for floor coatings.Features and Benefits Low density polyethylene adds texture and antislip properties to coatings intended for walking surfaces. Provides a consistent texture for industrial scrubs and cleaners. High molecular weight polymer promotes enhanced abrasion resistance.

Microscrub® 50 are Coarse particle size polyethylene powders for use as a scrub agent in industrial hand cleaners, and as texturing agents for floor coatings.Features and Benefits Low density polyethylene adds texture and antislip properties to coatings intended for walking surfaces. Provides a consistent texture for industrial scrubs and cleaners. High molecular weight polymer promotes enhanced abrasion resistance.

Microscrub® 20 are Coarse particle size polyethylene powders for use as a scrub agent in industrial hand cleaners, and as texturing agents for floor coatings.Features and Benefits Low density polyethylene adds texture and antislip properties to coatings intended for walking surfaces. Provides a consistent texture for industrial scrubs and cleaners. High molecular weight polymer promotes enhanced abrasion resistance.

Microscrub® 35 are Coarse particle size polyethylene powders for use as a scrub agent in industrial hand cleaners, and as texturing agents for floor coatings.Features and Benefits Low density polyethylene adds texture and antislip properties to coatings intended for walking surfaces. Provides a consistent texture for industrial scrubs and cleaners. High molecular weight polymer promotes enhanced abrasion resistance.

Cola®Zolines, chemically described as 1–hydroxyethyl 2–alkyl imidazolines, are classified as cationic surface active agents. Cola®Zolines and their acid salts offer the following functional properties: wetting, emulsifying, detergency, thickening, moisture displacing, corrosion inhibiting, and antistatic effects. These functional properties are useful in agricultural emulsions, industrial cleaners, paints/coatings, plastics, and petroleum applications.