TERGITOL 15-S-40 (70% AQUEOUS) - DOW

Chemical Name: Alcohols, C12-14-secondary, ethoxylated

CAS Number: 84133-50-6

Chemical Family: Alcohol Ethoxylates

Labeling Claims: Low Odor

Applicable Processes: Emulsion Polymerization

Synonyms: Ethoxylated C12-14-secondary alcohols

Technical Data Sheet
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Enhanced TDS

Identification & Functionality

Features & Benefits

Labeling Claims
CASE Ingredients Features
Industrial Additives Features
Product Benefits
  • Emulsion stabilizer
  • Provides freeze/thaw & ionic stability
  • Electrolyte solubility
  • Good handling properties

Applications & Uses

Applicable Processes
Product Application
  • Emulsion polymerization
  • Paints & coatings
  • Floor polish & wax emulsions

Properties

Physical Form
Soluble In
Appearance
Pale yellow liquid
Soluble in
Water, Polar organic solvents, Chlorinated solvents
Stable in
Dilute acids, Bases, Salts
Compatible with
Nonionic surfactants, Anionic Surfactants, Cationic Surfactants
Typical Physical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Active Content70wt%
Cloud Point (1 wt% actives aqueous solution)min. 100°C
Hydrophilic Lipophilic Balance18
Moles of Ethylene Oxide41
Pour Point5°C
Density (at 30°C)1.072g/ml
Flash PointNoneClosed Cup, ASTM D93
Typical Performance Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Critical Micelle Concentration (at 25°C)1314ppm
Surface Tension (at 25°C, 1% actives)45dynes/cm
Foam Height (25°C, 0.1 wt% actives, initial/ 5 minute)103/28mm
Note
  • HLB Range: <10 w/o emulsifier, > 10 o/w emulsifier, 10-15 good wetting, 12-15 detergents

Regulatory & Compliance

Chemical Inventories