AQUA-CLEEN® Degreaser Additive

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.

Brand: AQUA-CLEEN (2 products)

Functions: Surfactant, Surfactant (Nonionic)

Chemical Family: Alcohol Ethoxylates, Ethoxylates, Organosulfur Compounds, Sulfur Based Polyoxyethylene

Labeling Claims: Biodegradable, Inherently Biodegradable, Low Toxicity, NPE-free, Non-Toxic

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Identification & Functionality

Features & Benefits

Labeling Claims
HII Features
Product Features
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.
Advantages
  • High efficiency oil splitting, recycling
  • Excellent biodegradability
  • VOC compliant
  • Low toxicity
  • Non-toxic to sewer system micro-organisms up to 1%
  • Pleasant odor
  • Excellent synergism with other surfactants and builders
  • Effective over a wide pH range
  • Easy handling and diluting at all concentrations

Applications & Uses

Markets
Applications
Applicable Processes
Home Care Applications
I&I Cleaning Applications
Applications
  • Building Maintenance – Floor cleaners, Tile cleaners
  • Petrochemical – Process vessel cleaning, Degassing process equipment, Compressor station cleanup, Downhole treatment, Fin fan and heat exchanger cleaning
  • Environmental – Soil washing, Spill clean-up
  • Fibers – WEB cleaning, Dye removal
  • Food Processing – Fat and blood removal, Processing area cleaning, General cleaning, Smoke house cleaning
  • Household – Laundry detergents, toilet cleaners, tub and tile cleaners, dishwasher detergent, glass cleaner
  • Industrial – Power wash fluids, Floor cleaners, Hard surface cleaners
  • Manufacturing – Cleaning parts prior to coating, Ferrous and nonferrous metal cleaners, Plastic cleaners, Ultrasonic cleaners/vats
  • Marine – Bilge cleaner, Engine room cleaner, Cleaning prior to recoating, Transfer line cleaner
  • Pulp & Paper – Felt cleaner, Plywood equipment cleaning, Machine boil-outs, Removing equipment fouling, Paper pulp dispersant
  • Restaurant & Hotel – Oven, grill and hood, Degreasing floors, Food preparation area cleaning
  • Transportation – Metal cleaners and brighteners, Soot and carbon removal, Engine cleaner, Vehicle wash, Parts washing liquid

Properties

Physical Form
Appearance
Light yellow to yellow liquid
Odor
Mild Grapefruit
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Water Content10 - 15%-
Cloud Point (in 1% Sol)145-175°F-
Specific Gravity (at 25 °C)1.05g/ml-
CMC0.079wt%-
pH (as-is)3.2 - 4.5--
BOD (5 Day)254mg/g-
BOD (20 Day)1029mg/g-
COD1892mg/g-
Foam Height (at 2 minutes, 5%, R.T)0.5cmRose Mise Test Protocol
Foam Height (at 2 minutes, 5%, 60°C)0cmRose Mise Test Protocol

Regulatory & Compliance

Chemical Inventories

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type
Regional Availability
  • Global