Trade name:
GENAPOL T 150
Use of the substance/preparation of C16/C18 alcohol, saturated, with 15 mol EO:
Industry sector : Detergents Intermediates
Type of use : Raw material for detergents
CAS number:
68439-49-6
C16/C18 alcohol, saturated, with 15 mol EO is a vegetable tallow alcohol based emulsifier and is further sucsessfully used as adjuvant in SC formulations.
Chemical characterization of C16/C18 alcohol, saturated, with 15 mol EO:
A fatty alcohol polyglycol ether
CAS number : 68439-49-6
Applications of C16/C18 alcohol, saturated, with 15 mol EO:
The Genapol T grades find widespread use as detergents in heavyduty washing powders, as dispersing agents and solubilizers, as wetting agents for industrial applications in aqueous solutions, as emulsifiers for O/W - emulsions of oils, fats, paraffin, polyolefin waxes and silicone oil emulsions and as emulsifiers for emulsion polymerization.
In powder form, C16/C18 alcohol, saturated, with 15 mol EO can be applied as a binder for granulations and in tablet processing or coating.
C16/C18 alcohol, saturated, with 15 mol EO is a nonionic surfactant for the detergent industry.
Ceteareth-15.
C16/C18 alcohol, saturated, with 15 mol EO acts as a non-ionic emulsifier.
C16/C18 alcohol, saturated, with 15 mol EO is a vegetable tallow alcohol-based emulsifier and is further successfully used as an adjuvant in SC formulations.
C16/C18 alcohol, saturated, with 15 mol EO is used in creams, lotions, emulsions, hair treatment rinses, bleach- and hair colors.
Composition of C16/C18 alcohol, saturated, with 15 mol EO:
Fatty alcohol polyglycol ether based on C16/C18 alcohol, saturated, with 15 mol EO
Product properties of C16/C18 alcohol, saturated, with 15 mol EO:
Concentration:
approx. 100%
Appearance:
waxy
Dilutability at 20°C, 1% aqueous:
clear
Density at 20°C [g/cm3]:
approx. 1.00
pH value (1% a.i. in water):
6.0 – 8.0
Hazen colour:
130 max.
Drop point [°C]:
44 ± 4
Cloud point [°C] (1g in 100cm3 10% aqueous NaCl solution):
71 - 73
Flash point [°C]:
> 250
HLB value:
approx. 14
Applications of C16/C18 alcohol, saturated, with 15 mol EO:
Emulsifier, dispersing agent and solubilizer, wetting agents and industrial cleaning agents.
Product Type:
Additive > Emulsifiers
Industry:
Cosmetics
Chemical Composition:
Fatty alcohol polyglycol ether
Other Applications of C16/C18 alcohol, saturated, with 15 mol EO:
Skin care (Facial care, Facial cleansing, Body care, Baby care)
Hair care (Shampoos, Conditioners & Styling) > Bleaches, dyes & colors products
Hair care (Shampoos, Conditioners & Styling) > Treatment products
Storage of C16/C18 alcohol, saturated, with 15 mol EO:
C16/C18 alcohol, saturated, with 15 mol EO can be stored for at least to 2 years in original sealed containers at room temperature under the recommended conditions.
C16/C18 alcohol, saturated, with 15 mol EO undergoes no change whatever in it's product properties when exposed to cold during transport and storage.
Appearance: Wax-like
Active Substance (ca.): 100%
Chemical Description: C16/18 fatty alcohol polyglycol ether with 15 EO
Cloud Point method: 1g/100ml/10% NaCl
Cloud Point [°C]: ca. 72.0
Water content: -
HLB (calc.): -
EPA exempted from tolerance under 40 CFR §180: 910, 930, 960
PRODUCT FUNCTION:
Adjuvant
Emulsifier
APPLICATIONS:
Crop protection
Hazards identification of C16/C18 alcohol, saturated, with 15 mol EO:
Harmful if swallowed.
Risk of serious damage to eyes.
First aid measures of C16/C18 alcohol, saturated, with 15 mol EO:
General information:
Remove soiled or soaked clothing immediately
After inhalation:
In case of respiratory arrest induce breathing with a respiratory device.
Seek medical advice.
After contact with skin:
In case of contact with skin wash off immediately with soap and water
After contact with eyes:
In case of contact with eyes rinse thoroughly with plenty of water and seek medical advice
After ingestion:
Summon a doctor immediately.
Accidental release measures of C16/C18 alcohol, saturated, with 15 mol EO:
Personal precautions:
Ensure adequate ventilation.
Use personal protective clothing.
Environmental precautions:
Do not allow to enter drains or waterways
Methods for cleaning up/taking up:
Pick up with absorbent material (eg sand, sawdust).
Rinse away rest with water.
Exposure controls/personal protection:
General protective measures
Avoid contact with skin
Avoid contact with eyes
Hygiene measures:
Observe the usual precautions when handling chemicals.
Hand protection:
For long-term exposure:
Butyl rubber gloves.
Minimum thickness (glove): not determined
With solid dry substances permeation is not to be expected, therefore the breakthrough-time for this protective glove has not been measured.