BIO-SOFT N-400 - STEPAN

BIO-SOFT N-400 - STEPAN is a liquid surfactant blend serving as an emulsifier, degreasing agent, and detergent. It is suitable for applications in industrial cleaning, commercial laundry, dish care, surface care, and fabric care, supporting various fields including institutional, industrial, and home care.

INCI Name: C12-13 Alcohols, C9-11 Alcohols

Labeling Claims: Biodegradable

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Identification & Functionality

Features & Benefits

Labeling Claims

Applications & Uses

Markets
Applications
Home Care Applications
I&I Cleaning Applications
Applications Information

Emulsification, Degreasing booster when used with higher HLB surfactants, Industrial Cleaners, and Detergents

Properties

Physical Form
Appearance
Clear to slightly hazy liquid (at 25⁰C)
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Actives Content100.0%-
Hydroxyl Value189mg KOH/g-
pH (1% in water)6.5--
Color10.0APHA-
Hydrophilic Lipophilic Balance Value8.8--
Molecular Weight301g/mol-
Ethylene Oxide Content44wt %-
Melting Range-59 to 4⁰C-
Viscosity (at 25⁰C)23cPs-
Viscosity (at 38⁰C)16cPs-
Flash Pointmin. 94⁰CPensky Martens Closed Cup
Cloud Point (1% in water)max. 25⁰C-
Pour Point-10⁰C-
Density (at 25⁰C)0.933g/mL-
Density (at 38⁰C)0.928g/mL-
Critical Micelle Concentration42mg/L-
Surface Tension (at CMC)27dynes/cm-
Draves Wetting (at 25⁰C, 0.1% in water)9secs-
Draves Wetting (at 60⁰C, 0.1% in water)9secs-
RVOC0.0%U.S. EPA
Storage Temperature80 - 100⁰F-
Toxicology Information
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Lethal Dose (LD₅₀)min. 2000mg/kg-

Regulatory & Compliance

Safety & Health

Environmental and Health Effects Information
  • BIO-SOFT N-400 - STEPAN is expected to be readily biodegradable.
  • BIO-SOFT N-400 - STEPAN is slightly toxic orally (LD50 > 2,000 mg/kg), and at 10% active causes slight skin and moderate eye irritation.

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Information

Standard Packaging: BBIO-SOFT N-400 - STEPAN is available in drums (400 lb, 182 kg), totes (2050 lb, 932 kg), and in bulk quantities.

Storage & Handling

Storage and Handling Information
  • Non-Bulk Storage Recommendations: BIO-SOFT N-400 - STEPAN should be stored in closed containers and kept in a cool, dry place away from incompatible materials If material is frozen it should be heated gently and stirred to ensure it is homogeneous before use.
  • Bulk Storage Recommendations: BIO-SOFT N-400 - STEPAN should be stored in vessels of 316 stainless steel or fiberglass with a corrosion liner. Heating and agitation are recommended for outside storage. Material should be stored between 80-100 °F. An internal hairpin coil of 316 stainless steel with low pressure steam (under 50 psig) should be used if heating is required. Pumps, pipes and transfer lines should be 316 stainless steel.
  • Normal safety precautions (i.e., gloves and safety goggles) should be employed when handling BIO-SOFT N-400 - STEPAN. Contact with eyes, nose or prolonged contact with skin should be avoided. Wash thoroughly after handling BIO-SOFT N-400 - STEPAN.