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STEPOSOL® C-65

STEPOSOL® C-65 is a blend of methyl palmitate and methyl oleate methyl esters, offering a naturally-derived and biodegradable solvent suitable for household, industrial, and institutional applications. It is utilized as a solvent replacement, co-solvent, or lubricity additive. One of its notable features is its high solvency.

Brand: STEPOSOL (20 products)

Chemical Name: Fatty acids, C16-18 and C18-unsatd., Me esters

Functions: Solvent

Density: 860.0 - 860.0 kg/m³

Labeling Claims: Bio-based, Naturally Derived, Plant-Based

End Uses: Degreasers, Engine Cleaner, Hard Surface Cleaners, Industrial Cleaners, Institutional Cleaners, Kitchen Cleaners

Technical Data SheetSafety Data Sheet

Enhanced TDS

Knowde-enriched technical product data sheet

Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family
Esters,
Methyl Esters
Chemical Name
Fatty acids, C16-18 and C18-unsatd., Me esters
Product Type
Cleaner
Cleaning Ingredients Functions
Solvent
CAS No.
67762-38-3
EC No.
267-015-4
Technologies
Cleaning Ingredients
Product Families
Cleaning Ingredients — Functional Additives
Solvents & Carriers

Features & Benefits

Labeling Claims
Bio-based,
Naturally Derived,
Plant-Based
HII Features
High Solvency
Biodegradability

STEPOSOL C-65 methyl esters are readily biodegradable.

Applications & Uses

Markets
HI&I Care
Applications
HI&I Care — Home Care
Auto Care,
Surface Care
HI&I Care — Institutional & Industrial Care
Industrial Cleaning,
Institutional & Catering,
Vehicle & Machinery
Home Care Applications
Engine Cleaner,
Hard Surface Cleaners
I&I Cleaning Applications
Degreasers,
Engine Cleaner,
Industrial Cleaners,
Institutional Cleaners,
Kitchen Cleaners
Applications

STEPOSOL C-65 is a naturally-derived, biodegradable solvent that can be used in a variety of household, industrial and institutional applications. The STEPOSOL methyl esters can be used as solvent replacements or co-solvents for a variety of applications.

Properties

Physical Form
Liquid
Appearance
Viscous liquid to paste (at 25°C)
Insoluble in
Water
Soluble in
Kerosene, Methanol, Xylene
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Boiling Point305°C-
Cloud Point15.6°C-
Color28-Apha Scale
Colormax. 2-Gardener Scale
Viscosity (at 25°C)7cPs-
Kauri-Butanol Value73--
Density (at 25°C)0.86g/ml-
Melting Point14°C-
Pour Point14.3°C-
Freeze Point10°C-
Flash Pointmin. 94°CPMCC Flash Point Tester
Refractive Index (at 20 °C)1.445--
Surface Tension30.8dynes/cm-
Volatile Organic Compound0.5%CARB Method 310
Composition
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Methyl Laurate (C12)0.5%-
Methyl Myristate (C14)2.5%-
Methyl Palmitate (C16)45%-
Methyl Oleate-Stearate (C18)52%-

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance
Kosher
Chemical Inventories
AICS (Australia),
DSL (Canada),
ENCS (Japan),
IECSC (China),
NZIoC (New Zealand),
PICCS (Phillipines),
TCSI (Taiwan),
TSCA (USA)
Clearances

All components of STEPOSOL C-65 are listed in the following countries; the registration numbers for the active ingredients are included in parentheses: United States (TSCA), Europe (EINECS), Japan (ENCS), Canada (DSL), Korea (ECL), Australia (AICS), Philippines (PICCS), China (IECSC).

Safety & Health

Toxicity

STEPOSOL C-65 is practically non-toxic orally (LD50>5g/kg) and causes slight skin and eye irritation.

Storage & Handling

Storage & Handling

Normal safety precautions (i.e. gloves and safety goggles) should be employed when handling STEPOSOL Methyl Esters. Use products away from sparks and open flame in a well-ventilated area. Contact with the eyes and prolonged contact with the skin should be avoided. Wash thoroughly after handling materials. Product temperatures over 130°F (54°C) are not recommended.