TRITON X-45 SURFACTANT - DOW

TRITON X-45 SURFACTANT - DOW is a surfactant known for its stability in both alkaline and acidic media. It provides effective soil removal, good compatibility, and excellent rinse aid properties. With low foaming characteristics, it is suitable for metalworking fluids and various industrial applications requiring efficient cleaning performance.

Chemical Name: Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), .alpha.-[(1,1,3,3-tetramethylbutyl)phenyl]-.omega.-hydroxy-

CAS Number: 9036-19-5

Chemical Family: Alkyl Phenol Ethoxylate

Labeling Claims: Animal Products-free, BSE-free, Biodegradable, Halal, Irradiation-free, Kosher, Low Odor, Nanomaterials-free, Nanotechnology-free, Non-GMO, TSE-free

Synonyms: Ethoxylated octylphenol, Octylphenol ethoxylate, Octylphenol-polyoxyethylene ether, Octylphenoxypoly(ethoxyethanol), Octylphenoxypoly(ethyleneoxy)ethanol, Poly(ethylene oxide) octylphenyl ether, Poly(oxyethylene) octylphenol ether, Poly(oxyethylene) octylphenyl ether, Polyethylene glycol (tetramethylbutyl)phenyl ether, Polyethylene glycol mono(octylphenyl) ether, Polyethylene glycol mono(tert-octylphenyl) ether, Polyethylene glycol monooctylphenol ether, Polyethylene glycol octylphenyl ether, Polyethylene glycol tert-octylphenyl ether, Polyoxyethylene monooctylphenyl ether, Polyoxyethylene octylphenyl ether, tert-Octylphenoxy poly(oxyethylene)ethanol, tert-Octylphenoxypoly(ethoxyethanol)

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Identification & Functionality

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Chemical Structure

TRITON X-45 SURFACTANT - DOW - Chemical Structure - 1

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Properties

Physical Form
Appearance
Yellow liquid
Dispersible in
Water
Slightly Soluble in
Aliphatic Hydrocarbons
Miscible in
Polar Organic Solvents, Aromatic Hydrocarbons
Stable in
Most Acidic, Alkaline Solutions
Compatible with
Anionic Surfactants, Cationic Surfactants, Other Nonionic Surfactants
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Actives100wt%-
Cloud Point (at 1 wt% actives aqueous solution)Dispersible--
Hydrophilic Lipophilic Balance ⁽¹⁾9.8--
Moles EO4.5--
Pour Point-24.0°C-
pH (at 5% aq solution)6--
Viscosity (at 25°C, 77°F)290cP-
Density (at 25°C, 77°F)1.031g/mL-
Flash Point218°CClosed Cup, ASTM D93
Critical Micelle Concentration (at 25°C)136ppm -
Surface Tension (at 25°C, 1% actives)29dynes/cm-
Foam Height (at 0.1 wt% actives, 25°C, initial)23mmRoss-Miles
Foam Height (at 0.1 wt% actives, 25°C, 5 minute)9mmRoss-Miles
Notes

⁽¹⁾ HLB Range: <10 w/o emulsifier, > 10 o/w emulsifier, 10-15 good wetting, 12-15 detergents

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