IGEPAL CA-520
IGEPAL CA-520 is a nonionic surfactant that facilitates emulsification of non-polar hydrocarbon solvents and oils. Its applications encompass solvent emulsion cleaners, dry cleaning detergents, anti-icing additives for automotive gasoline, emulsifiers for pesticides, and floor polishes. It falls under the category of octyl phenol ethoxylates.
Properties
- Physical Form
- Liquid
Identification
- Chemical Name
Poly(oxy-12-ethanediyl) .alpha.-[4-(1133-tetramethylbutyl)phenyl]-.omega.-hydroxy-
Other characteristics
- Brand
- IGEPAL
- Synonyms
(p-t-Octylphenoxy)polyethoxyethanol, Ortho-Gynol, p-tert-Octylphenoxy polyethoxyethanol, p-tert-Octylphenoxypolyoxyethanol, Poly(oxyethylene) p-tert-octylphenyl ether, Polyethylene glycol mono(4-octylphenyl) ether, Polyethylene glycol mono(4-tert-octylphenyl) ether, Polyethylene glycol mono(p-tert-octylphenyl) ether, Polyethylene glycol mono[p-(1,1,3,3-tetramethylbutyl)phenyl] ether, Polyethylene glycol octylphenol ether, Polyethylene glycol p-(1,1,3,3-tetramethylbutyl)phenyl ether, Polyethylene glycol p-octylphenol ether, Polyethylene glycol p-octylphenyl ether, Polyethylene glycol p-tert-octylphenol ether, Polyethylene glycol p-tert-octylphenyl ether, Polyethylene oxide-p-tert-octylphenyl ether, Polyoxyethylene glycol-p-tert-octylphenyl ether, Polyoxyethylene mono(octylphenyl) ether, α-[p-(1,1,3,3-Tetramethylbutyl)phenyl]-ω-hydroxypoly(oxyethylene)
- Functions
Anti-Freeze Agent, Emulsifier, Fuel Additive, Surfactant, Surfactant (Nonionic)
- Markets
- Agriculture & Feed
- HI&I Care
- Industrial
- Toxicity
IGEPAL CA 520 is slightly toxic orally and minimally irritating to eyes at 5%. (LD₅₀ is 1420 mg/kg.)
- Appearance
- Pale yellow liquid (at 25°C)
- Clearances
This product is listed on the Canadian Domestic Substances List.
- HII Features
- Cost Effective
- Emulsifying
- Hard Water Tolerance
- Technology
- Agrochemicals
- Cleaning Ingredients
- Industrial Additives & Materials
- Packaging Type
- Bulk
- Drums
- Biodegradability
- IGEPAL CA products are biodegradable.
- Formulation Type
- Capsule Suspensions
- Microemulsions
- Oil Dispersants
- Oil in Water Emulsions
- Standard Packaging
IGEPAL CA 520 is available in bulk and 205 kilogram drums.
Technical data
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9 rows| Characteristic | Value | Unit | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| Actives Content | min. 99.5 | % | — |
| Color | max. 300 | — | Apha Scale |
| HLB | 10 | — | — |
| Number of Moles of Ethylene Oxide | 5 | — | — |
| pH (5% in 30/70 IPA/H₂O) | 6.5 - 8.5 | — | — |
| Pour Point | 26 | °C | — |
| Ross Miles Foam Height (in 0.1% aqueous, at 25°C, initial) | 15 | mm | — |
| Specific Gravity | 1.03 - 1.05 | g/ml | — |
| Surface Tension (in 0.1% aqueous, at 25°C) | 30 | dynes/cm | — |
