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Knowde-enriched technical product data sheet
Identification & Functionality
- Chemical Family
- Chemical Name
- Cleaning Ingredients Functions
- CAS No.
- 85536-14-7
- EC No.
- 287-494-3
- Technologies
- Product Families
Features & Benefits
- Labeling Claims
- HII Features
Applications & Uses
- Markets
- Applications
- Home Care Applications
- I&I Cleaning Applications
- Product Applications
Kemsurf SBE acid is an ideal raw material for the production of detergents that can be used in a number of application areas such as liquid dish washing and cleaning solution for both industrial and domestic use. Also the neutralized products offer excellent emulsification properties depending upon the salt produced.
Kemsurf SBE acid is recommended as an intermediate for neutralization with a number of bases such as sodium hydroxide, potassium hydroxide, ammonia and triethanolamine. The following table gives the approximate amount of base to neutralize 100 parts by weight of Kemsurf SBE acid.
Neutralizing base Parts of weight required30% w/w sodium hydroxide solution 41 50% w/w potassium hydroxide solution 34.5 100% triethanolamine 46 35% w/w ammonia solution 15.4
Properties
- Physical Form
- Appearance
- Dark brown viscous liquid
- Odor
- Characteristic
- Slightly Soluble in
- Water
- Typical Properties
Value Units Test Method / Conditions Composition Dodecyl benzene sulphonic acid - - Viscosity (at 25°C) 1488 cP - Specific Gravity (at 20°C) 1.06 - - Pour Point 6.3 °C - Flash Point 197 °C Closed Cup - Specifications
Value Units Test Method / Conditions SAM (Equivalent weight : 326) min. 96.5 % -
Regulatory & Compliance
- Chemical Inventories
Packaging & Availability
- Packaging Type
- Packaging Information
Kemsurf SBE acid 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 SBE acid 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.