BTC 885 - STEPAN

    Enhanced TDS

    Identification & Functionality

    Features & Benefits

    HII Features

    Applications & Uses

    Properties

    Physical Form

    Regulatory & Compliance

    Safety & Health

    Health and Environmental Effects Information
    • BTC products are biodegradable.
    • BTC 885 and 888 products are moderately toxic orally (LD50 is between 50-500 mg/Kg) and cause severe skin and eye irritation.

    Packaging & Availability

    Packaging Type
    Packaging Information

    BTC 885 and 888 are available in 55 gallon drums {425 lb (193 kg) for BTC 885; 400 lb (182 kg) for BTC 888} and in bulk quantities.

    Storage & Handling

    Storage Condition
    • Handle liquid BTC products with care; use away from sparks and open flame. Use in well ventilated area.
    • Avoid contact with eyes, nose and skin contact.
    • Gloves, protective clothing, safety goggles and face shield should be worn when handling BTC products.
    • Wash thoroughly after handling material.
    • It is recommended that BTC products be stored in sealed containers and kept in a cool, dry place. If material is frozen, it
    • should be heated gently and stirred to ensure it is homogeneous before use.
    • Bulk Storage Information: BTC quaternaries can be stored in vessels of 316 stainless steel or fiberglass with a corrosion liner. Contact between quaternaries and anionic materials must be avoided. At use dilution, BTC quaternaries are noncorrosive to most plastics, natural rubber, stainless steel, monel metal, iron, brass, aluminum, lead and tin; however, BTC quaternaries as supplied, may be corrosive to the materials listed above.
    • Liquid BTC products should be stored between 85 - 120°F (29 - 49°C).
    • An internal hairpin coil of 316 stainless steel with low pressure steam (under 50 psig) should be used if heating is required.
    • Mild agitation is recommended while storing to maintain homogeneity.
    • Pumps, pipes and transfer lines should be 316 stainless steel.
    • Rubber hoses with Teflon cross-linked polyethylene with 316 S.S. fittings are recommended for loading and unloading.