The diester sits well below its monoester counterpart on HLB, which makes it the W/O and kerosene-emulsifier member of the PEG 400 pair. Biodegradable.
Specification
- AppearancePale yellow liquid
- Content≥ 99 %
- Acid value≤ 10 mgKOH/g
- Saponification value100 – 130 mgKOH/g
- Density0.924 g/cm³
- Boiling point> 260 °C
- Flash point113 °C
- HLB value7 – 8
- TypeNonionic
Typical values. HLB value, viscosity, acid value and solubility can be adjusted to a formulation's requirements. Some indicators can be modified at customer request.
Solubility
Soluble in benzene, isopropanol and oils. Dispersible in water.
Applications
- W/O emulsifier and solubiliser
- Kerosene emulsifier
- Emulsifier for oil-based cutting fluids
- Industrial lubricant, degreaser and viscosity stabiliser for vinyl plastics
- Textile softener and lubricant
- Antistatic agent and dispersant for plastics
Industries
Packaging, storage and transport
25 kg or 200 kg drums. Custom packaging and tank-truck transport available on request.
Non-flammable and non-explosive; shipped as general non-hazardous goods. Store in a dry, cool, well-ventilated area.
Also known as
PEG-8 dioleate. Ask for the grade by any of these names — we will confirm the specification before quoting.