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
- Chemical Manufacturing
- Dish Care
- Laundry & Fabric Care
- Commercial Laundry
- Textile Manufacturing
Product Families
- Polymerization Additives
- Anionic Surfactants
- 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| Characteristic | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Solids Content | 50 - 55 | % |
| Composition | Fatty acid sulphonate - potassium salt | — |
| Viscosity (at 25°C) | 241.0 | cPs |
| Pour Point | -4.0 | °C |
Table 2 of 2
2 rows| Characteristic | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Saponification Value | 72 - 78 | mg.KOH/g |
| pH (1% Aqueous) | 5 - 6.5 | — |
