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T-Det® LF 505 is a low-foaming nonionic surfactant that is soluble in water at temperatures below its cloud point. Additionally, it is soluble in polar solvents such as alcohols and glycol ethers, as well as in aromatic solvents like xylene, toluene, and benzene. It is designed for low-foaming applications such as rinse aids, metal cleaners, cold phosphate cleaners, and hard surface cleaners.

Functions: Surfactant, Surfactant (Nonionic)

Labeling Claims: APE-free, Animal Products-free, BSE-free, Conflict minerals-free, Food Allergen-free, GMO-free, GenX-free, Heavy Metal-free, Irradiation-free, Melamine-free, No Added PFAS, Non-Hazardous, Not Tested on Animals, PFOA-free, PFOS-free, Palm Oil-free, Pesticide-free, Preservative-free, Radioactive-free, SVHC Chemicals-free

Certifications & Compliance: California Transparency in Supply Chains Act of 2010, Coalition of Northeastern Governors (CONEG), Directive 2002/95/EC, EPA Registered, RoHS Compliant

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Identification & Functionality

Cleaning Ingredients Functions

Features & Benefits

Applications & Uses

Markets

Properties

Physical Form
Appearance
Clear liquid
Odor
Mild
Soluble in
Water
Compatible with
Anionic surfactants
Stable in
Bases, Acids, Salts
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Activity99.5--
Active Ingredients99.5%-
Colormax. 100-APHA
pH (1% Aqueous)5 - 7--
Cloud Point (1% Aqueous)112 - 122°F-
Specific Gravity (at 25ºC)1.033--
Weight (at 25°C)8.601lbs/gal-
Flash Pointmin. 350°FCleveland Open Cup
Freezing Point4.0°C-
Product Compatibility Information

It should not be mixed with concentrated oxidizing or reducing agents since the mixture of these compounds with organic compounds could form a potentially explosive mixture.

Surface Active Properties (Draves Wetting)
Draves Wetting Time (3g hook, 5g skein) 25°C
0.50 % Concentration by weight 4 s
0.25% Concentration by weight 9 s
0.10% Concentration by weight 1:18 m
Draves Wetting Time (3g hook, 5g skein) 42°C
0.50% Concentration by weight 8 s
0.25% Concentration by weight 16 s
0.10% Concentration by weight > 1:35 m
Draves Wetting Time (3g hook, 5g skein) 60°C
0.50% Concentration by weight 13s
0.25% Concentration by weight 40s
0.10% Concentration by weight > 2:00m
Surface Active Properties (Ross-Miles Foam Test)
Surface Active Properties (Ross-Miles 25°C) Initial/5 min
0.50% Concentration by weight @ 25°C 50/0
0.25% Concentration by weight @ 25°C 45/0
O.10% Concentration by weight 25°C 29/0
Surface Active Properties (Ross-Miles 42°C)
0.50% Concentration by weight 42°C 30/0
0.25% Concentration by weight @ 42°C 20/0
0.109% Concentration by weight 42°C 18/0
Surface Active Properties (Ross Miles 60°C)
0.50% Concentration by weight @ 60°C 5/0
0.25% Concentration by weight @ 60°C 0/0
0.10% Concentration by weight 60°C 0/0

Regulatory & Compliance

Safety & Health

Toxicity Information

This product is regarded as non-hazardous. However, it is considered to possess low acute oral and skin penetration. It should not be used in products for internal use.

Caution: This product causes eye irritation. Direct contact would likely result in corneal injury which might persist for a week or longer. Permanent damage is not likely to occur. However, if in contact with skin or eyes, flush with excess water and consult your physician.