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Kemsurf OPA

Kemsurf OPA is an anionic surfactant produced by the sulphonation of oleic acid across the double bonds. This unique molecule exhibits extremely fast foam break within 30 seconds in high agitation systems. The foam breaks so quickly that foaming is virtually eliminated.

Properties

Physical Form
Liquid

Product families

Applications

Industrial — Chemical & Industrial Manufacturing
  • Chemical Manufacturing
HI&I Care — Home Care
  • Dish Care
  • Laundry & Fabric Care
HI&I Care — Institutional & Industrial Care
  • Commercial Laundry
Industrial — Leather & Textiles
  • Textile Manufacturing

Product Families

Industrial Additives & Materials — Processing Aids
  • Polymerization Additives
Cleaning Ingredients — Soaps & Surfactants
  • Anionic Surfactants
Industrial Additives & Materials — Textile & Leather Chemicals
  • Pre-Treatment Auxiliaries

Other characteristics

Brand
Kemsurf
Functions
Surfactant, Surfactant (Anionic)
Labeling Claims
Biodegradable
Odor
Light
Markets
  • HI&I Care
  • Industrial
Appearance
Clear amber liquid (at 25°C)
Soluble In
Water
HII Features
  • Improves Detergent Action
  • Non-Foaming
Technology
  • Cleaning Ingredients
  • Industrial Additives & Materials
Packaging Type
  • Drums
  • Totes (IBC)
Storage Information

Stainless steel, polyethylene or glass lined equipment is necessary for the storage of Kemsurf OPA 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.

Applicable Processes
Emulsion Polymerization
Packaging Information

Kemsurf OPA can be supplied in bulk road tankers, IBC's and 200kg nett drums.

Home Care Applications
  • Automatic Dishwash
  • Textile Detergents
I&I Cleaning Applications
Fabric Cleaners
Industrial Additives End Use
Textiles
Cleaning Ingredients Functions
  • Surfactant
  • Surfactant (Anionic)
Industrial Additives Functions
  • Surfactant
  • Surfactant (Anionic)

Technical data

Table 1 of 2

4 rows
CharacteristicValueUnit
Solids Content50 - 55%
CompositionFatty acid sulphonate - potassium salt—
Viscosity (at 25°C)241.0cPs
Pour Point-4.0°C

Table 2 of 2

2 rows
CharacteristicValueUnit
Saponification Value72 - 78mg.KOH/g
pH (1% Aqueous)5 - 6.5—

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