Kemsurf CA
- CAS Number
- 26264-06-2
- EC Number
- 247-557-8
- Chemical Name
- Calcium dodecylbenzenesulphonate
Kemsurf CA is a calcium salt of a biodegradable dodecylbenzene sulphonic acid. The base acid for Kemsurf CA is manufactured by SO3 sulphonation to produce a product of good color and low inorganic content. Kemsurf CA is a hydrophobic anionic surfactant and functions as an emulsifier for oils and aromatic solvents in the formulation of degreasers. It finds many applications, however, as an emulsifier for pesticide and herbicide systems, especially were spray application is involved. Kemsurf CA may also be used in the emulsification of waxes and hydrocarbon solvents. This product has good compatibility with other anionics and nonionic surfactants and maintains good stability, detergency, foaming power and soil suspension in alkaline, mild acid, low electrolyte and in hard or soft water.
Properties
- Physical Form
- Liquid
Other characteristics
- Brand
- Kemsurf
- Synonyms
CaDDBS, Calcium dodecylbenzenesulfonate, Calcium dodecylphenylsulfonate, Calcium n-dodecylbenzenesulfonate, Dodecylbenzene calcium sulfonate, Dodecylbenzenesulfonic acid calcium salt
- Functions
Dispersant, Emulsifier, Surfactant, Surfactant (Anionic), Wetting Agent
- Applicable Processes
- Drilling Applications
- Application Technique
- Sprayers
- Odor
- Solvent
- Markets
- Agriculture & Feed
- HI&I Care
- Industrial
- Appearance
Clear viscous amber liquid free from foreign matter (at 25°C)
- Soluble In
- Water, Isobutanol
- HII Features
- Detergency
- Dispersing
- Emulsifying
- Excellent Solubility
- Foaming
- Good Compatibility
- Hard Water Tolerance
- High Stability
- Technology
- Agrochemicals
- Cleaning Ingredients
- Industrial Additives & Materials
- Packaging Type
- Drums
- Totes (IBC)
- Labeling Claims
- Biodegradable
- Foreign matter-free
- Not Listed In California Proposition 65
- Formulation Type
- Emulsifiable Concentrates
- Storage Information
Stainless steel, polyethylene or glass lined equipment is necessary for the storage of Kemsurf CA 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.
- Chemical Inventories
- DSL (Canada)
- TSCA (USA)
- Packaging Information
Kemsurf CA can be supplied in bulk road tankers, IBC's and 200kg nett drums.
- Agrochemical Functions
- Emulsifier
- Agrochemicals Features
- Easy to Disperse
- Good Solubility
- Hard Water Tolerance
- Improves Wetting
- Supports Beneficial Soil Biology
Technical data
Table 1 of 2
6 rows| Characteristic | Value | Unit | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Water Content | max. 1 | % | CLI - WATER |
| Composition | Calcium dodecyl benzene sulphonate | — | — |
| Viscosity (at 25°C) | 7742.0 | cPs | — |
| Specific Gravity (at 20°C) | 1.012 | — | — |
| Pour Point | -4.0 | °C | — |
| Flash Point | min. 33 | °C | — |
Table 2 of 2
2 rows| Characteristic | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| SAM (Equivalent Weight 349) | 68 - 72 | % |
| pH (1% in 25:75 methanol:water) | 5 - 8 | — |
