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Kemsurf ESD

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).

Brand: Kemsurf (24 products)

CAS Number: 68891-38-3

Functions: Detergent, Foam Stabilizer, Foaming Agent, Surfactant

Chemical Family: Sulfates

Features: Chemical Resistance, Detergency, Excellent Lime Soap Dispersion, Excellent Solubility, Excellent Stability In Highly Alkaline Formulations, Foaming, Good Compatibility, Good Solubility, Good Temperature Stability, Hard Water Tolerance, Wetting

Synonyms: Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), α-sulfo-ω-hydroxy-, C12-14-alkyl ethers, sodium salts

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Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family
Sulfates
Chemical Name
Sodium Laureth Sulfate
Cleaning Ingredients Functions
Detergent,
Foam Stabilizer,
Foaming Agent
Industrial Additives Functions
Foaming Agent,
Surfactant
CAS No.
68891-38-3
EC No.
500-234-8
Technologies
Cleaning Ingredients,
Industrial Additives & Materials
Product Families
Cleaning Ingredients — Cleaning Aids
Detergents & Degreasers
Cleaning Ingredients — Functional Additives
Foam Control Agents,
Stabilizers
Industrial Additives & Materials — Oil, Gas & Mining Chemicals
Oilfield & Transport Chemicals
Industrial Additives & Materials — Processing Aids
Polymerization Additives

Features & Benefits

Labeling Claims
Biodegradable,
Not Listed In California Proposition 65
HII Features
Detergency,
Excellent Lime Soap Dispersion,
Excellent Solubility,
Excellent Stability In Highly Alkaline Formulations,
Foaming,
Good Compatibility,
Hard Water Tolerance,
Wetting
Industrial Additives Features
Chemical Resistance,
Good Compatibility,
Good Solubility,
Good Temperature Stability

Applications & Uses

Markets
HI&I Care,
Industrial
Applications
Industrial — Chemical & Industrial Manufacturing
Chemical Manufacturing
HI&I Care — Home Care
Carpet & Upholstery,
Dish Care,
Laundry & Fabric Care,
Surface Care
HI&I Care — Institutional & Industrial Care
Commercial Laundry
Industrial — Oil, Gas & Mining
Exploration & Upstream
Applicable Processes
Drilling Applications,
Emulsion Polymerization
Home Care Applications
Carpet Shampoos,
Hard Surface Cleaners,
Liquid Dishwash,
Textile Detergents
I&I Cleaning Applications
Commercial Laundry
Applications

Kemusrf ESD finds application in the following areas:

  • Household products
    • Kemsurf ESD is used as a foam stabilizer and detergent in dish-washing liquids.
    • A major component of low temperature or low phosphate-content heavy-duty fabric laundry liquids and powders.
    • Carpet shampoos
    • Hard surface cleaners
  • Oilfield chemicals
    • Used as foaming agents in foam drilling where tolerance to salt and hard water is important.
  • Gypsum board production
    • Foaming agent with tolerance to high concentrations of calcium ions.
  • Emulsion Polymerisation

Properties

Physical Form
Liquid
Appearance
Pale yellow liquid (at 25°C)
Soluble in
Water
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
CompositionSodium lauryl ether (3 eo) sulphate--
Viscosity (at 25°C)34.1cPs-
Specific Gravity (at 20°C)1.043--
Pour Pointmax. 0°C-
Flash Pointmin. 100°C-
Surface Tension (0.1% Aqueous)37.68mN/m-
Critical Micelle Concentration170.0mg/l-
Specifications
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
SAM (Equivalent Weight 429)26 - 28%-
pH (10% Aqueous)7 - 9--

Regulatory & Compliance

Chemical Inventories
DSL (Canada),
TSCA (USA)

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type
Drums,
Totes (IBC)
Packaging Information

Kemsurf ESD can be supplied in bulk road tankers, IBC’s and 200kg nett drums.

Storage & Handling

Storage Information

Stainless steel, polyethylene or glass lined equipment is necessary for the storage of Kemsurf ESD in order to prevent corrosion and subsequent contamination. This material can separate on standing and at low temperatures. May require agitation and warming prior to use.