C16/C18 alcohol, saturated, with 15 mol EO = Genapol T 150
CAS number : 68439-49-6
Emulsifier (nonionic)
C16/C18 alcohol, saturated, with 15 mol EO is a nonionic surfactant for the detergent industry.
Composition of C16/C18 alcohol, saturated, with 15 mol EO:
Fatty alcohol polyglycol ether based on C16/C18 alcohol, saturated, with 15 mol EO
C16/C18 alcohol, saturated, with 15 mol EO is a vegetable tallow alcohol based emulsifier and is further sucsessfully used as adjuvant in SC formulations.
C16/C18 alcohol, saturated, with 15 mol EO is a nonionic emulsifier for industrial applications.
Identification of C16/C18 alcohol, saturated, with 15 mol EO:
Trade name:
C16/C18 alcohol, saturated, with 15 mol EO
Use of C16/C18 alcohol, saturated, with 15 mol EO:
Industry sector : Detergents Intermediates
Type of use : Raw material for detergents
Composition/information on ingredients:
Chemical characterization of C16/C18 alcohol, saturated, with 15 mol EO:
A fatty alcohol polyglycol ether
Applications of C16/C18 alcohol, saturated, with 15 mol EO:
Emulsifiers, dispersing agent and solubilizer, wetting agents and industrial cleaning agents
Product Functions of C16/C18 alcohol, saturated, with 15 mol EO:
-Adjuvant
-Emulsifier
Applications of C16/C18 alcohol, saturated, with 15 mol EO:
Crop protection
Product properties of C16/C18 alcohol, saturated, with 15 mol EO:
Concentration of C16/C18 alcohol, saturated, with 15 mol EO:
approx. 100%
Appearance of C16/C18 alcohol, saturated, with 15 mol EO:
waxy
Dilutability at 20°C, 1% aqueous:
clear
Density at 20°C [g/cm3]:
approx. 1.00
pH value (1% a.i. in water):
6.0 – 8.0
Hazen colour:
130 max.
Drop point [°C]:
44 ± 4
Cloud point [°C] (1g in 100cm3 10% aqueous NaCl solution):
71 - 73
Flash point [°C]:
> 250
HLB value:
approx. 14
C16/C18 alcohol, saturated, with 15 mol EO is a nonionic surfactant for the detergent industry.
KEYWORDS:
68439-49-6 , Genapol T 110, Genapol T 150, Genapol T 200, Genapol T 250, Genapol T 250P, Genapol T 500P, Genapol T 500, Genapol T 800P, Genapol T 800
Applications of C16/C18 alcohol, saturated, with 15 mol EO:
Emulsifier, dispersing agent and solubilizer , wetting agents and industrial cleaning agents.
Storage of C16/C18 alcohol, saturated, with 15 mol EO:
C16/C18 alcohol, saturated, with 15 mol EO can be stored for at least to 2 years in original sealed containers at room temperature under the recommended conditions.
C16/C18 alcohol, saturated, with 15 mol EO undergoes no change whatever in it's product properties when exposed to cold during transport and storage.
Technical Data of C16/C18 alcohol, saturated, with 15 mol EO:
Appearance: Wax-like
Active Substance (ca.): 100%
Chemical Description: C16/18 fatty alcohol polyglycol ether with 15 EO
Cloud Point method: 1g/100ml/10% NaCl
Cloud Point [°C]: ca. 72.0
Water content: -
HLB (calc.): -
EPA exempted from tolerance under 40 CFR §180: 910, 930, 960
Applications of C16/C18 alcohol, saturated, with 15 mol EO:
The Genapol T grades find widespread use as detergents in heavyduty washing powders, as dispersing agents and solubilizers, as wetting agents for industrial applications in aqueous solutions, as emulsifiers for O/W - emulsions of oils, fats, paraffin, polyolefin waxes and silicone oil emulsions and as emulsifiers for emulsion polymerization.
In powder form, they can be applied as a binder for granulations and in tablet processing or coating.
Hazards identification of C16/C18 alcohol, saturated, with 15 mol EO:
Harmful if swallowed.
Risk of serious damage to eyes.
First aid measures of C16/C18 alcohol, saturated, with 15 mol EO:
General information:
Remove soiled or soaked clothing immediately
After inhalation:
In case of respiratory arrest induce breathing with a respiratory device.
Seek medical advice.
After contact with skin:
In case of contact with skin wash off immediately with soap and water
After contact with eyes:
In case of contact with eyes rinse thoroughly with plenty of water and seek medical advice
After ingestion:
Summon a doctor immediately.
Fire-fighting measures of C16/C18 alcohol, saturated, with 15 mol EO:
Suitable extinguishing media:
-water spray jet
-alcohol-resistant foam
-carbon dioxide
-dry powder
Special hazards from the substance itself, its combustion products or from its vapours:
In case of fires, hazardous combustion gases are formed: Carbon monoxide (CO)
Nitrous gases (NOx)
Special protective equipment for firefighting:
Use self-contained breathing apparatus
Accidental release measures of C16/C18 alcohol, saturated, with 15 mol EO:
Personal precautions:
Ensure adequate ventilation.
Use personal protective clothing.
Environmental precautions:
Do not allow to enter drains or waterways
Methods for cleaning up/taking up:
Pick up with absorbent material (eg sand, sawdust).
Rinse away rest with water
Handling and storage of C16/C18 alcohol, saturated, with 15 mol EO:
Advice on safe handling:
Open and handle container with care.
Exposure controls/personal protection of C16/C18 alcohol, saturated, with 15 mol EO:
General protective measures of C16/C18 alcohol, saturated, with 15 mol EO:
Avoid contact with skin
Avoid contact with eyes
Hygiene measures:
Observe the usual precautions when handling chemicals.
Hand protection of C16/C18 alcohol, saturated, with 15 mol EO:
For long-term exposure:
Butyl rubber gloves.
Minimum thickness (glove): not determined
With solid dry substances permeation is not to be expected, therefore the breakthrough-time for this protective glove has not been measured.
For short-term exposure (splash protection):
Nitrile rubber gloves.
Minimum thickness (glove): not determined
With solid dry substances permeation is not to be expected, therefore the breakthrough-time for this protective glove has not been measured.
These types of protective gloves are offered by various manufacturers.
Please note the manufacturers´ detailed statements, especially about the minimum thickness and the minimum breakthrough time.
Consider also the particular working conditions under which the gloves are being used.
Eye protection :
safety glasses