AGNIQUE PG 8107-G

Agnique PG 8107-G is a nonionic surfactant based on C8–C10 alkyl polyglucosides (APG) produced by BASF SE, supplied as an aqueous solution of approximately 70% active matter, derived from natural plant-origin fatty alcohols and glucose, and free of preservatives.
Agnique PG 8107-G is a yellow, viscous liquid with excellent wetting, emulsifying, and compatibilizing properties, used as a formulation component in agrochemical, home care, industrial, and personal care applications.
Agnique PG 8107-G belongs to the Agnique PG alkyl polyglucoside series, in which PG denotes alkyl polyglucoside, 81 denotes a C8–C10 alkyl chain length range, 07 denotes an average degree of glucose polymerization of approximately 1.7 — higher than Agnique PG 8105-G (DP ~1.5) — and G denotes the standard European product version.

Manufacturer: BASF SE (Care Chemicals Division), formerly Cognis Deutschland GmbH
Product Number (PRD): 30528590
CAS Number: 68515-73-1
Chemical Description: Aqueous solution of alkyl polyglucosides based on natural, plant-origin C8–C10 fatty alcohol, free of preservatives
INCI Name: Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside
Chemical Class: Alkyl polyglucoside (APG); Nonionic surfactant
Average Degree of Polymerization (DP): ~1.7
Alkyl Chain Length: C8–C10 (caprylyl/capryl)
Product Type: Surfactant; Wetting agent; Emulsifier; Compatibilizer; Formulation component
Product Line: Agnique PG (BASF)
Brand: Agnique® (registered trademark of BASF SE)
Industries: Agriculture — Additives for crop protection; Home care; Personal care; Industrial formulations

Synonyms: Agnique PG 8107-G, Agnique® PG 8107-G, BASF Agnique PG 8107-G, C8-C10 Alkyl Polyglucoside DP 1.7, Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside (70%), APG C8-10 (70%), Decyl/Caprylyl Glucoside, D-Glucopyranose oligomeric decyl octyl glycosides, APG 0810, CAS 68515-73-1

Agnique PG 8107-G is produced by the acid-catalyzed Fischer glycosylation of glucose with a C8–C10 fatty alcohol mixture derived from coconut or palm kernel oil, forming a complex mixture of C8 (octyl) and C10 (decyl) alkyl mono-, di-, and oligoglucosides with an average degree of polymerization of approximately 1.7, meaning an average of 1.7 glucose units per alkyl chain — higher than Agnique PG 8105-G (DP ~1.5) and distinctly higher than Agnique PG 8102 (DP ~1.2).
Agnique PG 8107-G has an active matter content of approximately 70% and a water content of approximately 30%, making it the highest-concentration standard variant of the C8–C10 APG series in the Agnique PG range, providing a more concentrated active delivery per unit weight compared to the ~63% active Agnique PG 8105-G.

Agnique PG 8107-G contains over 95% bio-based carbon, is readily biodegradable under OECD 301 conditions, and is free from ethylene oxide residues, alkylphenol ethoxylates (APEOs), and preservatives, supporting bio-based, clean-label formulation objectives in agrochemical, personal care, and institutional cleaning markets.
Agnique PG 8107-G is permitted for use as an inert ingredient in non-food pesticide products by the US EPA and is used in agrochemical formulations as a wetting agent, emulsifier, and glyphosate potentiator component in combination with nonionic co-surfactants.

Agnique PG 8107-G is fully miscible with distilled water, potable hard water, and dilute acid and alkaline solutions, and is stable across a broad pH range from 3 to 12, in hard water, electrolyte solutions, and in the presence of anionic, cationic, and amphoteric co-surfactants.
Agnique PG 8107-G is also available as Agnique PG 8107-BL, a variant containing an antifoam component for applications where further reduction of foam formation is required.

Uses of Agnique PG 8107-G:
Agnique PG 8107-G is used as a wetting agent, spreading agent, and compatibilizer in suspension concentrate (SC), soluble liquid (SL), emulsifiable concentrate (EC), dispersible concentrate (DC), and water-dispersible granule (WG) agrochemical formulations, improving wetting of target surfaces and compatibility between formulation components.
Agnique PG 8107-G is used as a glyphosate potentiator and tank-mix adjuvant component in herbicide spray solutions, where C8–C10 alkyl polyglucosides with higher degrees of polymerization provide enhanced compatibilizing and wetting performance in combination with ethoxylated fatty alcohol nonionic co-surfactants.

Agnique PG 8107-G is used as an emulsifier and co-emulsifier in oil-in-water crop protection emulsion formulations, contributing to the stability and performance of fine emulsion droplets that improve active ingredient coverage and uptake on plant leaf surfaces.
Agnique PG 8107-G is used in biological pesticide (biopesticide) formulations as a mild, low-phytotoxicity surfactant suitable for stabilizing microbial, botanical, or biochemical active ingredients without compromising their biological activity.

Agnique PG 8107-G is used in home care and institutional cleaning products including hard surface cleaners, bathroom cleaners, kitchen degreasers, floor cleaners, and all-purpose cleaners as a biodegradable, low-foam wetting and degreasing surfactant.
Agnique PG 8107-G is used in personal care formulations including mild facial cleansers, baby wash, shampoos, body washes, and rinse-off products as a gentle, skin-compatible nonionic co-surfactant.

Agnique PG 8107-G is used in industrial cleaning, textile processing, and metalworking formulations where biodegradable, electrolyte-stable, low-foam surfactants are required at elevated temperatures and in hard water conditions.
Agnique PG 8107-G is used as a foam booster and wetting agent in combination with anionic surfactants such as SLES in liquid detergent formulations, exploiting its synergistic foam-boosting and mildness-enhancing interaction with anionic co-surfactants.

Benefits or Advantages of Agnique PG 8107-G:
Agnique PG 8107-G has a higher active matter content of approximately 70% compared to Agnique PG 8105-G (~63%), providing more active ingredient per unit weight and potentially reducing the volume of product required to achieve the same performance level in formulations.
Agnique PG 8107-G has a higher average degree of polymerization (~1.7 vs ~1.5) than Agnique PG 8105-G, which influences its viscosity profile, foam characteristics, and compatibilizing performance, making it the preferred grade in formulations requiring stronger compatibilizing action between hydrophilic and hydrophobic components.

Agnique PG 8107-G is derived entirely from renewable plant-based feedstocks — glucose from starch and C8–C10 fatty alcohols from coconut or palm kernel oil — providing bio-based carbon content exceeding 95% and supporting sustainable formulation objectives.
Agnique PG 8107-G is readily biodegradable, free from ethylene oxide residues, APEOs, and preservatives, meeting the most stringent sustainability and clean-label requirements across the agrochemical, personal care, and institutional cleaning markets.

Agnique PG 8107-G is stable across pH 3 to 12, in hard water and electrolyte solutions, and across a wide range of co-surfactant and active ingredient combinations, providing exceptional formulation robustness and versatility.
Agnique PG 8107-G has a shelf life of at least two years in original sealed packaging under recommended storage conditions, providing long-term supply security for formulation manufacturing.

Features of Agnique PG 8107-G:
Agnique PG 8107-G is a yellow, viscous liquid at 23°C with a density of approximately 1.161 g/cm³, a viscosity of approximately 3,500 mPa·s at 23°C, and a pH of approximately 11–12 (10% in water), consistent with the strongly alkaline character of alkyl polyglucoside aqueous solutions.
Agnique PG 8107-G has a higher viscosity at standard active content (~3,500 mPa·s) compared to the diluted forms or Agnique PG 8105-G, reflecting both its higher active content and higher degree of polymerization; viscosity decreases strongly with temperature and with dilution.

Agnique PG 8107-G may undergo precipitation or phase separation at very low temperatures due to its high active content; solidified or precipitated material should be reconstituted by gentle warming to approximately 60°C and rehomogenized before use; the temperature must not exceed 60°C.
Agnique PG 8107-G should be stored in nitrogen-blanketed heated tanks at approximately 40°C maximum to prevent air contact and discoloration; internal electrical heating elements should not be used due to localized temperature anomalies.

Chemical Properties of Agnique PG 8107-G:
Agnique PG 8107-G (CAS 68515-73-1) is a mixture of C8 (octyl) and C10 (decyl) alkyl mono-, di-, and oligoglucosides with an average degree of glucose polymerization of approximately 1.7, in which glucose units are linked through α- and β-1,4- and 1,6-glycosidic bonds; the higher DP compared to PG 8105-G results in a slightly higher molecular weight distribution and modified interfacial properties.
Agnique PG 8107-G is chemically stable in the pH range of 3 to 12 under ambient conditions; hydrolysis of the glycosidic bond may occur under prolonged exposure to concentrated acidic or strongly alkaline conditions or at elevated temperatures.

Agnique PG 8107-G is incompatible with concentrated strong acids, concentrated strong alkalis, strong oxidizing agents, solvent naphtha, alcohols, and aromatic hydrocarbons; contact with these materials should be avoided during handling and storage.
Agnique PG 8107-G thermal decomposition or combustion may produce carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, and irritating organic fumes; the aqueous product is not readily flammable under normal handling conditions.

Production of Agnique PG 8107-G:
Agnique PG 8107-G is produced by BASF SE through the acid-catalyzed Fischer glycosylation of glucose with a C8–C10 fatty alcohol mixture under controlled temperature and pressure conditions, followed by neutralization, filtration, and adjustment to the target active content of approximately 70%.
Agnique PG 8107-G production controls alkyl chain length distribution (C8:C10 ratio), average degree of polymerization (~1.7), residual fatty alcohol content, active matter content, pH, density, and viscosity to ensure compliance with BASF product specifications.

Agnique PG 8107-G is available from BASF SE (Care Chemicals Division) and through BTC Europe distribution; the product-specific Safety Data Sheet and Technical Data Sheet should be obtained from the local BASF representative prior to formulation and use.
Agnique PG 8107-G has a shelf life of at least two years in original sealed packaging stored at recommended conditions.

Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) of Agnique PG 8107-G:

Handling of Agnique PG 8107-G:
Agnique PG 8107-G should be handled in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practices and in compliance with the Safety Data Sheet available from BASF.
Agnique PG 8107-G handling requires mandatory eye protection at all times as C8–C10 alkyl polyglucosides cause serious eye damage (Eye Dam. 1, H318); tightly fitting safety goggles or a face shield must be worn whenever there is any risk of splashing.

SDS of Agnique PG 8107-G:

Stability and Reactivity of Agnique PG 8107-G:

Chemical stability:
Agnique PG 8107-G is stable under normal storage conditions in original sealed containers at the recommended temperature range.

Reactivity:
No dangerous reaction is expected under normal conditions of use.
Agnique PG 8107-G may undergo glycosidic bond hydrolysis under concentrated acidic or strongly alkaline conditions, and may react with strong oxidizing agents.

Conditions to avoid:
Temperatures above 40°C during storage without nitrogen blanketing (risk of discoloration).
Temperatures causing solidification or precipitation (reconstitute by gentle heating to maximum 60°C using external heating only).
Contact with strong oxidizing agents.
Contact with concentrated strong acids or concentrated strong bases.
Internal electrical heating elements in storage tanks.

Incompatible materials:
Strong oxidizing agents.
Concentrated strong acids.
Concentrated strong alkalis.
Solvent naphtha, ethanol, isopropanol, and aromatic hydrocarbons.

Hazardous decomposition products:
Carbon monoxide (CO).
Carbon dioxide (CO2).
Irritating organic vapors and fumes (under fire or thermal decomposition conditions).

Handling and Storage of Agnique PG 8107-G:

Handling:
Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practices.
Always wear tightly fitting safety goggles or face shield; Agnique PG 8107-G causes serious eye damage (Eye Dam. 1, H318).
Wash hands thoroughly after handling and before eating, drinking, or smoking.
Avoid prolonged skin contact; wash affected skin with soap and water immediately.
Do not eat, drink, or smoke in handling areas.
Compatible tank materials: AISI 321 (1.4541) or AISI 316 Ti (1.4571) stainless steel.

Storage:
The storage temperature of Agnique PG 8107-G must not exceed 40°C.
If Agnique PG 8107-G solidifies or shows signs of precipitation, heat gently to approximately 60°C and rehomogenize before use using external heating only; do not use internal electrical heating elements.
If stored in heated tanks at approximately 40°C, blanket with nitrogen to prevent contact with air and minimize discoloration.
Keep containers tightly sealed; shelf life is at least two years in original sealed packaging under recommended storage conditions.

First Aid Measures of Agnique PG 8107-G:

Inhalation:
Move affected person to fresh air.
If mist or vapor causes respiratory irritation, seek medical advice.

Skin contact:
Wash affected skin with soap and plenty of water.
Seek medical advice if irritation persists.

Eye contact:
Agnique PG 8107-G causes serious eye damage (Eye Dam. 1, H318); immediately rinse cautiously with clean water for at least 15 to 20 minutes while holding eyelids open.
Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do.
Seek immediate medical attention after eye contact — do not wait for symptoms to develop.

Ingestion:
Rinse mouth thoroughly with water.
Do not induce vomiting unless instructed by medical personnel.
Seek immediate medical advice.

Firefighting Measures of Agnique PG 8107-G:

Suitable extinguishing media:
Water spray, foam, dry chemical powder, or carbon dioxide.

Specific hazards:
Agnique PG 8107-G in aqueous solution is not readily flammable under normal conditions.
Thermal decomposition or combustion may produce carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, and irritating organic fumes.

Protective equipment for firefighters:
Wear self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) and full protective clothing.

Firefighting instructions:
Cool exposed containers with water spray.
Prevent contaminated firefighting water from entering drains or waterways.

Accidental Release Measures of Agnique PG 8107-G:

Personal precautions:
Wear tightly fitting safety goggles immediately — eye contact with spilled Agnique PG 8107-G is a serious hazard.
Spilled Agnique PG 8107-G creates a severe slipping hazard due to its viscous, slippery nature.
Use appropriate personal protective equipment.

Environmental precautions:
Prevent Agnique PG 8107-G from entering drains, sewers, or waterways; although biodegradable, concentrated solutions can deplete dissolved oxygen.

Methods for cleaning up:
Contain spill with inert absorbent material such as sand or vermiculite.
Collect into properly labeled waste containers for disposal according to local regulations.
Wash contaminated surfaces with water after collection.

Exposure Controls / Personal Protective Equipment of Agnique PG 8107-G:

Engineering controls:
Provide adequate ventilation; install emergency eyewash stations near all handling areas.

Eye protection:
Wear tightly fitting chemical safety goggles or face shield at all times during handling of Agnique PG 8107-G.

Hand protection:
Wear chemical-resistant gloves (nitrile or neoprene) for prolonged or repeated handling.

Skin and body protection:
Wear suitable protective clothing; remove contaminated clothing immediately and wash before reuse.

Respiratory protection:
Not normally required under ambient conditions.
Use suitable respirator if mist or aerosol is generated during spraying or heating operations.

Hygiene measures:
Wash hands thoroughly after handling Agnique PG 8107-G and before eating, drinking, or smoking.
Ensure emergency eyewash facilities are installed close to the handling area.

Identifiers of Agnique PG 8107-G:
Product Name: Agnique PG 8107-G
Brand: Agnique® (BASF SE)
Product Number (PRD): 30528590
CAS Number: 68515-73-1
Chemical Description: Aqueous solution of C8-C10 alkyl polyglucosides, plant-origin, preservative-free
INCI Name: Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside
Chemical Class: Alkyl polyglucoside (APG); Nonionic surfactant
Average degree of polymerization (DP): ~1.7
Alkyl chain length: C8–C10
HLB: ~13.2 (class value for C8–C10 APG)
GHS Classification: Eye Dam. 1 (H318) — Causes serious eye damage
Related product: Agnique PG 8107-BL (variant with antifoam additive)

Properties of Agnique PG 8107-G:
Physical state (23°C): Liquid (yellow, viscous)
Appearance: Yellow viscous liquid
Active matter (%): ~70
Water content (%): ~30
Density (g/cm³): ~1.161
Viscosity (23°C, mPa·s): ~3,500
pH (10% in water): ~11–12
HLB: ~13.2
Solubility in water: Fully miscible
Biodegradability: Readily biodegradable (OECD 301)
Bio-based carbon: >95%
GHS Eye: Eye Dam. 1 (H318) — Causes serious eye damage
Shelf life: ≥2 years in original sealed packaging

Specifications of Agnique PG 8107-G:
Product name: Agnique PG 8107-G (Agnique® PG 8107-G)
Manufacturer: BASF SE, Care Chemicals Division
PRD number: 30528590
CAS Number: 68515-73-1
INCI Name: Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside
Chemical type: C8-C10 alkyl polyglucoside (DP ~1.7), ~70% aqueous solution, preservative-free, plant-origin
Active matter (%): ~70
Water content (%): ~30
Density (g/cm³): ~1.161
Viscosity (23°C, mPa·s): ~3,500
pH (10% in water): ~11–12
Compatible tank materials: AISI 321 (1.4541) or AISI 316 Ti (1.4571) stainless steel
Storage temperature: ≤40°C; nitrogen blanket in heated tanks; reconstitute solidified material at ≤60°C using external heating only
Shelf life: ≥2 years in original sealed packaging
Related grades: Agnique PG 8107-BL (with antifoam); Agnique PG 8105-G (DP ~1.5, ~63% active)

Names of Agnique PG 8107-G:
Agnique PG 8107-G
Agnique® PG 8107-G
BASF Agnique PG 8107-G
C8-C10 Alkyl Polyglucoside (DP ~1.7, 70% active)
Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside (70%)
APG C8-10 (70%)
APG 0810 (high active grade)
D-Glucopyranose oligomeric decyl octyl glycosides
CAS 68515-73-1
PRD 30528590