Products in Oil, Gas & Mining Chemicals: Emulsion Polymerization

T-Det® A 1340-7 is an APE-free, 70% active polymeric surfactant designed for use in emulsion polymerization systems. It can be used as the primary emulsifier or with co-surfactants and has a unique reaction profile with low levels of polyethylene glycol. This product provides stability against viscosity creep, shear thickening, and freeze-thaw separation when post-added to acrylic latex. It is useful for both acrylic and styrene-acrylic latex.

T-Det® A 1330-7 is a 70% active polymeric surfactant without APE (alkylphenol ethoxylates), made for use in emulsion polymerization systems. It can act as a standalone primary emulsifier or be used with other co-surfactants. Its special reaction profile reduces the levels of polyethylene glycols, which can cause problems in latex production and post-processing. This product can be added later in the production process of acrylic latexes to improve stability against changes in viscosity, thickening under stress, and separation during freeze-thaw cycles. This surfactant is suitable for both acrylic and styrene-acrylic latexes.

T-Det® A 1340 is a polymeric surfactant that is APE-free and designed for use in emulsion polymerization systems. It can be used alone or in combination with other co-surfactants, and it has a unique reaction profile with low levels of polyethylene glycol. This product can be post-added to acrylic latexes to provide stability against viscosity creep, shear thickening, and freeze-thaw separation. T-Det® A 1340 is useful for both acrylic and styrene-acrylic latexes and is a solid that melts at 47°C. It can be solubilized in water with mild agitation.

T-Det® DOSS 70 PG is an excellent wetting agent and emulsifier, as well as a 70% active version of the sodium salt of dioctyl sulfosuccinate. With low VOC and a pourable consistency at room temperature, this product is ideal for use as a primary emulsifier in emulsion polymerization.

T-Det® DOSS 85 is an 85% active version of dioctyl sulfosuccinate, sodium salt that is solvent free, low VOC, pourable at room temperature, and an excellent wetting agent and emulsifier. It can be used as a wetting and leveling agent in adhesives, agriculture, detergent compounding, inks, metal, mining, paper, paint, petroleum, rubber, and textiles.

T-Det® A 1320-8 is an 80% active, APE-free polymeric surfactant designed for use in emulsion polymerization systems. It can be used alone as the main emulsifier or in combination with other co-surfactants. It has a unique and proprietary reaction profile that results in low levels of polyethylene glycol, which can cause problems in latex production and post-processing. This product can be added after the production of acrylic latexes to provide additional stability against issues such as viscosity creep, shear thickening, and freeze-thaw separation. This surfactant is useful for both acrylic and styrene-acrylic latexes.

T-Det® A 1330-5 is a 50% water cutback of an alcohol based surface active agent produced by the reaction of tridecyl alcohol with 30 moles of ethylene oxide. It is a clear liquid at room temperature. Its nonionic structure makes it compatible with anionic surfactants and it is stable in the presence of acids, bases, and salts.

T-Det® A 1850 F is a flaked anhydrous surfactant made by reacting oleyl alcohol with 50 moles of ethylene oxide. This surfactant is free of alkylphenol ethoxylates and can be used as a post-add stabilizer or primary surfactant for acrylic emulsion polymerization.

T-Det® A 1340-50 is an APE-free polymeric surfactant designed for use in emulsion polymerization systems. It can be used alone or in combination with other co-surfactants. It has a unique reaction profile with low levels of polyethylene glycol. This product provides additional stability against viscosity creep, shear thickening, and freeze-thaw separation when post-added to acrylic latexes and is useful for both acrylic and styrene-acrylic latexes. It is a pourable and pumpable liquid that is readily solubilized in water with mild agitation. This product is nonionic, making it compatible with anionic and cationic surfactants.

T-Det® DOSS 75 is a 75% active version of dioctyl sulfosuccinate, sodium salt. It can be used as a primary emulsifier in emulsion polymerization. T-Det® DOSS 75 can also be used as a wetting and leveling agent in the following applications: adhesives, agriculture, detergent compounding, inks, metal, mining, paper, paint, petroleum, rubber, and textiles. Other applications include use as a de-watering aid and mold-release agent.

T-Det® N 20 is an anhydrous liquid nonionic surface-active agent produced by the reaction of nonylphenol with 20 moles of ethylene oxide. Its nonionic structure makes it compatible with anionic surfactants and it is stable in the presence of acids, bases, and salts.

Libratex DOS60K is an anionic surfactant classified under the chemical family of sulfosuccinates and sulfosuccinamates. In its liquid form, this industrial additive is specifically designed for oil and gas applications, proving to be a versatile solution. Libratex DOS60K finds application in emulsion polymerization processes, showcasing its adaptability across various industrial manufacturing methods.

Libraphos L66D, classified under the phosphate esters chemical family, is a versatile anionic surfactant in liquid form. This industrial additive is renowned for its high-temperature performance, acid stability, and alkali stability. Libraphos L66D finds application in various processes, including emulsion polymerization, making it adaptable to different industrial manufacturing methods.

Vinkocide® DBNPA 20 is a glycol-based formulation of 2,2-dibromo-2-cyanoacetamide, a potent biocide. It efficiently eradicates microorganisms, degrading harmlessly in water to ammonia and bromine ions. Highly effective against bacteria and fungi, it controls planktonic and sessile organisms, including algae. Suitable for bacterial slime cleanup in organic-rich environments, it's utilized in various applications such as papermachines and hydraulic fracturing wells. Compatible with most chemicals. Widely employed for preserving aqueous products and controlling slime growth in industrial processes, it offers cost-effective and environmentally friendly solutions.

Vinkocide® BND 20 utilizes 2-bromo-2-nitropropane-1,3-diol (Bronopol) as its active ingredient, effective against bacteria and slime-forming organisms. It demonstrates versatility by being compatible with various biocides, particularly isothiazolones. With stability up to pH 8 and temperatures of 40°C, it's suitable for aqueous products, showing low sensitization potential. Its applications include preservation in manufacturing, slimicides, and liquid-cooling systems.

Promex™ CHS is a versatile preservative suitable for a wide range of industrial products, offering a broad antimicrobial spectrum against bacteria, fungi, and yeasts. Its colorless to yellow liquid form is completely soluble in water and remains colorless at use levels, making it ideal for aqueous and water-miscible systems. Compatible with non-ionic or anionic surfactants, it ensures effective preservation even where other preservatives fail. Particularly effective against Gram-negative bacteria, it provides excellent long-term efficacy combined with the rapid mode of action of CIT/MIT. Promex™ CHS offers good headspace protection and is cost-effective due to its low use levels.

Kemsurf ESD is the excellent detergent, characterized by its remarkable performance, demonstrates enduring detergency in both brine and hard water, ensuring consistent efficacy across diverse water conditions. Its impressive solubility makes it particularly advantageous for alkaline liquid formulations, contributing to ease of use. As an excellent foaming agent, it enhances the cleaning process while showcasing pronounced thickening in the presence of sodium chloride, adding versatility to its applications. Notably stable to aqueous ions, this detergent maintains its effectiveness in hard water, with superior lime soap dispersing properties due to the solubility of the calcium salt. However, it is essential to note that its chemical and temperature stability is subject to hydrolysis in acidic pH and high temperatures, making it unsuitable for use above 50°C. In summary, this detergent stands out for its versatile cleaning capabilities, solubility, foaming performance, and compatibility with water conditions, albeit with specific limitations in terms of pH and temperature.

Kemsurf OT60 is an exceptionally effective wetting agent suitable for various applications where ensuring the wetting of a substrate or particle is crucial. Its versatile usage extends to emulsion systems, and it serves as a co-dispersant in combination with other nonionics.

Kemsurf SX85 is sodium dodecyl benzene sulphonate, characterized as a sodium alkyl aryl sulphonate formulated to yield a powdered product with a surface active content of 85%. At 25°C, it appears as an off-white powder with no discernible odor. Kemsurf SX85 is soluble in water.

Libratex NSA is a slightly viscous brown liquid formulation composed of dodecylbenzene sulphonic acid (Narrow cut). This versatile product, along with its various neutralized forms, plays a crucial role as a foaming agent, wetting agent, and emulsifier. It finds widespread use in detergents and emulsion polymerization processes, contributing to the production of various products across industries.

Kemsurf ESD is an excellent detergent, it does not show a loss of detergency in brine or hard water. The good solubility characteristics make them especially useful for use in alkaline liquid formulations. It is excellent foaming agent. It shows a pronounced thickening with the addition of sodium chloride to a dilute solution. It is stable to hard water and has excellent lime soap dispersing properties, due to the calcium salt being soluble. Product is prone to hydrolysis in aqueous solution at acid pH and high temperatures (not suitable for use above 50°C).

AQUA-CLEEN® Degreaser Additive is a high-performance non-ionic surfactant used in water-based cleaning and degreasing formulations. The high dispersive capacity, excellent wetting and superior detergency characteristics make it a key formulating ingredient. It wets, penetrates, lifts and disperses contaminants from surfaces.