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STEPWET® DF-95 NEEDLES

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STEPWET® DF-95 NEEDLES is a highly active anionic surfactant in needle form, used in a variety of agricultural delivery systems. Stepwet df-95 is a highly active anionic wetting agent. The product is available as a spray-dried powder, stepwet df-95, or extruded needles, stepwet df-95 needles. Both products are 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.

Functions: Surfactant, Surfactant (Anionic), Wetting Agent

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Identification & Functionality

CAS No.
68585-47-7
EC No.
271-557-7
Technologies

Features & Benefits

Agrochemicals Features
Biodegradability

Products are readily biodegradable.

Applications & Uses

Applications

STEPWET DF-95 Needles is free flowing and provide rapid, efficient granule wetting and breakup when added to a pesticide.

Properties

Appearance
Free flowing white needles (at 25°C)
Soluble in
Water
Insoluble in
Kerosene, Xylene, Methanol
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Actives Contentmin. 93%-
Density0.61g/ml-
Flash Pointmin. 94°CPMCC Flash Point Tester
Moisture Contentmax. 2%-
pH (in 1% aqueous)9.5--
Regulated Volatile Organic Chemicals0%U.S. EPA

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance
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.

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type
Standard Packaging

STEPWET DF-95 Needles is available in bags (55 lb, 25 kg).

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.