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AMGARD TBEP is a clear, colorless liquid.
AMGARD TBEP is a phosphine oxide and thus very stable in nature.
AMGARD TBEP has many applications including plasticizing agent in acrylic based polishes, defoamer agent in acrylics, “knockdown” defoamer in paint, textile and paper and as a halide free flame retardant in polymer systems.
CAS No: 78–51–3
EC NUMBER: 201-122-9
Molecular Formula: C18H39OP
Molecular weight: 398.47
Other names: KP 140; Phosphoric acid, tributoxyethyl ester; Tri(butoxyethyl) phosphate; Tri(2-butoxyethyl) phosphate; Tributyl cellosolve phosphate; Tris(butoxyethyl) phosphate; Tris(2-butoxyethyl) phosphate; TBEP; Phosphoric acid, tris(2-butoxyethyl) ester; 2-Butoxyethanol phosphate; Kronitex KP-140; Phosflex T-bep; Tri(2-butoxyethanol)phosphate; Tris-(2-butoxyethyl)fosfat; 2-Butoxy-ethanol phosphate (3:1); Amgard TBEP; Tris(2-butoxyethyl)ester phosphoric acid; Phosphoric acid, tri-(2-butoxyethyl) ester; Ethanol, 2-butoxy-, 1,1',1''-phosphate; NSC 4839; 31227-66-4; 19040-50-7
Amgard TBEP is tris(2-butoxyethyl) phosphate-based plasticizer and defoamer.
Amgard TBEP also acts as a levelling agent for acrylic and styrenic floor polishes and a coalescent additive for emulsion polymers.
AMGARD TBEP also acts as a halide-free flame retardant in polymer systems.
AMGARD TBEP has multiple applications and plays a vital role in various industries.
AMGARD TBEP is primarily used in surface coatings, particularly in floor care products such as polishes and finishes.
AMGARD TBEP functions as a leveling agent in latex paints and waxes.
Additionally, AMGARD TBEP serves as a processing aid for acrylonitrile rubber and as an anti-block agent for cast polyurethanes.
AMGARD TBEP is used as a resin in floor wax and a plasticizer in elastomers, as a flame retardant and plasticizer for rubber bottle stoppers in blood sample solvents, and as a fire-resistant and light stable plasticizer for products.
AMGARD TBEP can also be used as a solvent for resins, a viscosity modifier for plastic sols, and as a defoamer in synthetic rubber, plastics, and paints.
AMGARD TBEP is used as a processing aid for floor polishing agents and water-based adhesives;
AMGARD TBEP is used as a flame retardant and plasticizer for acrylonitrile rubber, cellulose acetate, epoxy resin, ethyl cellulose, polyvinyl acetate, and thermoplastic and thermosetting polyurethane.
AMGARD TBEP can also be used as a defoamer (anti foaming agent) in coatings, detergents, and textiles, with good low-temperature characteristics.
AMGARD TBEP can also be used as a plasticizer for nitrocellulose, ethyl cellulose, and acrylic plastics, which can make the products transparent and have good UV resistance.
Applications & Features:
AMGARD TBEP has multiple applications and plays a vital role in various industries.
AMGARD TBEP is primarily used in surface coatings, particularly in floor care products such as polishes and finishes.
AMGARD TBEP functions as a leveling agent in latex paints and waxes. Additionally, TBEP serves as a processing aid for acrylonitrile rubber and as an anti-block agent for cast polyurethanes.
AMGARD TBEP can be used as a flame retardant for materials such as plastics, rubber, and synthetic fibers.
AMGARD TBEP finds wide application in the fire protection and electronics industries.
AMGARD TBEP is used in polyurethane rubber, cellulose, polyvinyl alcohol nitrocellulose, and acrylic plasticizers, it can provide products with transparency and excellent resistance to ultraviolet (UV) radiation, particularly in floor care formation, AMGARD TBEP can effectively lower the glass transition temperature (Tg) of floor wax polymers, imparting elasticity to the coating.
Simultaneously, AMGARD TBEP reduces the minimum temperature required for polymer film formation, enhancing constructability.
AMGARD TBEP also acts as a leveling agent, facilitating the smooth flow of floor wax during the coating process.
This feature is particularly crucial in multi-layer floor wax coatings, ensuring an even and uniform application.
Therefore, AMGARD TBEP is an effective ingredient in floor wax formulations.
SPECIFICATIONS
Appearance Clear liquid
Acidity, mg KOH/g 0.4 maximum
Refractive index at 25°C 1.432 – 1.438
Colour, Hazen 100 maximum
Water, %m/m 0.1 maximum
Specific gravity ay 25°C 1.012 – 1.022
Product family: Additives for Liquid System|Flame Retardants / Smoke Suppressants|Leveling Agents|Plasticizers|Anti-foaming Agents / Defoamers
Chemical family: Phosphorous-based|Phosphates
Product Type: Additives
TYPICAL PROPERTIES
-Colourless to pale yellow liquid
-Soluble in common organic solvents
-Slightly soluble in water
Viscosity at 25°C (cps): 10.7
Flash point (°C): 159
STANDARD APPLICATIONS
- AMGARD TBEP is widely used in acrylic-based polishes where its coalescent and plasticising properties improve levelling and gloss.
- AMGARD TBEP is used in acrylic gloss paint formulations as a coalescent agent and defoamer.
- AMGARD TBEP is used as an effective “knockdown” defoamer in the paint, textile and paper industries.
- AMGARD TBEP can be used as a non-halogen flame retardant additive in polymer systems.
Flame Retardant
AMGARD TBEP can be used as a flame retardant for materials such as plastics, rubber, and synthetic fibers.
AMGARD TBEP finds wide application in the fire protection and electronics industries.
Plasticizer
AMGARD TBEP is used in polyurethane rubber, cellulose, polyvinyl alcohol nitrocellulose, and acrylic plasticizers, it can provide products with transparency and excellent resistance to ultraviolet (UV) radiation, particularly in floor care formation, TBEP can effectively lower the glass transition temperature (Tg) of floor wax polymers, imparting elasticity to the coating.
Simultaneously, it reduces the minimum temperature required for polymer film formation, enhancing constructability.
Leveling Agent
AMGARD TBEP also acts as a leveling agent, facilitating the smooth flow of floor wax during the coating process.
This feature is particularly crucial in multi-layer floor wax coatings, ensuring an even and uniform application.
Therefore, AMGARD TBEP is an effective additive in floor wax formulations.
AMGARD TBEP is important to note that the concentration of sodium ions must be strictly controlled, especially in the field of surface coating.
AMGARD TBEP can result in the formation of pinholes in the final coating, significantly impacting its visual appearance and overall aesthetic quality if the sodium ion content is too high.
PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Physical Appearance: clear, colorless / liquid.
Odor: characteristic odor.
pH: Not Applicable
Specific Gravity: Not Available
Density: 1 to 1.05 g/ml at 25 C (77 F).
Water Solubility: slightly soluble 0.11 wt/wt% at 20 C (68 F).
Melting Point Range: Not Available
Freezing Point Range: < -70 C (-94 F)
Boiling Point Range: 210 to 220 C (410 to 428 F) at 4 mmHg
Vapor Pressure: <0.1 mmHg at 150 C (302 F)
Vapor Density: 13.8
Percent Volatiles by Volume: <0.2
Viscosity:
viscosity (milliPascals seconds): 11 mPa.s at 25 C (77 F).
Molecular Weight: 398
Chemical Stability:
Conditions To Be Avoided: heat
Materials/Chemicals To Be Avoided: strong oxidizing agents
The Following Hazardous Decomposition Products Might Be Expected:
Decomposition Type: thermal
oxides of phosphorus
oxides of carbon
SHELF LIFE: 730 days
Storage:
TBEP should be sealed and stored in a cool, dry, and ventilated place, kept moisture-proof and waterproof, and far away from kindling material and heat sources.
