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Kemsurf ASC

Kemsurf ASC is a sodium neutralized alkyl ether sulfate and finds application where foaming, wetting and detergency are required. Kemsurf ASC has good stability in the presence of high electrolyte and hard water environments. Also the product is tolerant to mildly alkaline solutions at ambient temperatures, but tends to hydrolyse in acidic solutions.

Brand: Kemsurf (24 products)

INCI Name: Sodium Laureth Sulfate

CAS Number: 68891-38-3

Functions: Detergent, Emulsifier, Foam Stabilizer, Foaming Agent, Surfactant, Surfactant (Anionic), Textile Fiber, Wetting Agent

Synonyms: Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), α-sulfo-ω-hydroxy-, C12-14-alkyl ethers, sodium salts

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Identification & Functionality

Industrial Additives Functions
CAS No.
68891-38-3
EC No.
500-234-8

Features & Benefits

Applications & Uses

Application Format
Hair Care Applications
Home Care Applications
I&I Cleaning Applications
Industrial Additives End Use
Personal Hygiene Applications
Applications

Kemsurf ASC has a wide range of applications such as foaming agent and foam stabilizer in industrial cleaning.
Kemsurf ASC is an excellent emulsifier for emulsion polymerization for systems such as:

  • Vinyl Acetate
  • Vinyl Acetate - Acrylic
  • Vinyl Acetate - VeoVa
  • Styrene - Acrylic
  • Acrylic Monomers

Properties

Physical Form
Appearance
Pale yellow liquid (at 25°C)
Odor
Characteristic
Soluble in
Water
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
CompositionSodium lauryl ether (2 eo) sulphate--
Viscosity (at 25°C)58.4cPs-
Specific Gravity (at 25°C)1.025--
Pour Pointmax. 0°C-
Specifications
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
SAM (Equivalent Weight 382)26 - 28%-
pH (10% Aqueous)7 - 9--

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type
Packaging Information

Kemsurf ASC can be supplied in bulk road tankers, IBC’s and 200kg nett drums.

Storage & Handling

Storage Information

Stainless steel, polyethylene or glass lined equipment is necessary for the storage of Kemsurf ASC in order to prevent corrosion and subsequent contamination. This material can separate on standing and at low temperatures. May require agitation and warming prior to use.