PLURONIC PE 9400

PLURONIC PE 9400 provides reliable surface activity and effective performance in a wide range of industrial formulations.
PLURONIC PE 9400's block copolymer structure supports efficient wetting, emulsification, and dispersion while maintaining good formulation compatibility.
PLURONIC PE 9400 is suitable for applications requiring stable nonionic surfactant behavior and controlled processing performance.

CAS Number: 9003-11-6

Synonyms: PLURONIC PE 9400, PLURONIC PE 9400, EO/PO Block Copolymer, PEO-PPO-PEO Block Copolymer, Polyethylene Oxide-Polypropylene Oxide Block Copolymer, Ethylene Oxide-Propylene Oxide Copolymer, Polyoxyethylene-Polyoxypropylene Block Copolymer, Nonionic Polyether Surfactant, EO-PO-EO Triblock Copolymer, Polyethylene Glycol-Polypropylene Glycol Block Copolymer, Oxirane, methyl-, polymer with oxirane, Poly(ethylene oxide)-block-poly(propylene oxide)-block-poly(ethylene oxide)

PLURONIC PE 9400 is a high-molecular-weight nonionic block copolymer based on polyethylene oxide (PEO) and polypropylene oxide (PPO).
PLURONIC PE 9400 is valued for its excellent emulsifying, dispersing, wetting, and surface-active properties and is typically supplied as a solid or flake-like material.

PLURONIC PE 9400 is used in industrial formulations such as detergents, cleaners, coatings, polymer processing systems, and other applications requiring stable nonionic surfactant performance.
PLURONIC PE 9400 is a nonionic polyether surfactant composed of ethylene oxide and propylene oxide blocks.

PLURONIC PE 9400's balanced hydrophilic and hydrophobic structure provides effective emulsification, dispersion, and wetting in a variety of formulation systems.
PLURONIC PE 9400 is commonly used as a functional additive in cleaning products, industrial processing, coatings, and other applications where reliable surface activity is required.

Applications of PLURONIC PE 9400:
PLURONIC PE 9400 is used as a nonionic surfactant in industrial cleaning and detergent formulations.
PLURONIC PE 9400 supports emulsification and stabilization of oil-and-water mixtures.

PLURONIC PE 9400 can improve wetting and dispersion of pigments, fillers, and other solid particles.
PLURONIC PE 9400 is used as a processing aid in polymer, coating, and specialty chemical formulations.

PLURONIC PE 9400 can function as a solubilizing and surface-active additive in formulations requiring controlled foam and good compatibility with other ingredients.

PLURONIC PE 9400 is used in industrial applications as an emulsifier for mineral oil and for dispersing solids in water.
Like many other products in the PLURONIC PE range, PLURONIC PE 9400 has a high dispersing capacity for calcium and magnesium salts.

Chemical Nature of PLURONIC PE 9400:
PLURONIC PE 9400 is a low-foaming, nonionic surfactant.
PLURONIC PE 9400 is a block copolymer in which the central polypropylene glycol group is flanked by two polyethylene glycol groups.

Solubility of PLURONIC PE 9400:
PLURONIC PE 9400 is more soluble in cold water than in hot water.
As in all alkoxylates, the oxygen atoms in the ether groups form hydrogen bonds with water.
The molecules gradually dissociate as the solution warms up.

PLURONIC PE 9400 is for this reason that alkoxylates have a cloud point at which they form a separate phase.
PLURONIC PE 9400 has its own characteristic cloud point.

Compatibility of PLURONIC PE 9400:
PLURONIC PE 9400 is nonionic and therefore miscible with anionic, cationic and other nonionic surfactants.
PLURONIC PE 9400 does not react with cations such as Ca2+ or Mg2+, which means that it can be used in hard water.
PLURONIC PE 9400 is also compatible with soluble polyanionic substances such as our Sokalan® CP types, Sokalan® PA types and carboxymethyl cellulose.

Processing of PLURONIC PE 9400:
PLURONIC PE 9400 is advisable to stir the surfactant into water when preparing aqueous solutions, because solutions made up in the reverse order can have a very high viscosity.
Products with a high molar mass also form gels in water at certain concentrations. 

Stability and Reactivity of PLURONIC PE 9400:

Chemical Stability:
Stable under normal conditions of use and storage.

Conditions to Avoid:
Excessive heat and prolonged exposure to high temperatures.

Incompatible Materials:
Strong oxidizing agents.

Hazardous Decomposition Products:
May produce carbon oxides during combustion.

Handling and Storage of PLURONIC PE 9400:

Handling:
Avoid unnecessary contact with skin and eyes and prevent dust formation.

Storage:
Keep container tightly closed in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area.

Hygiene Measures:
Wash hands after handling.

First Aid Measures of PLURONIC PE 9400:

Inhalation:
Move the affected person to fresh air.

Skin Contact:
Wash with soap and water.

Eye Contact:
Rinse carefully with water for several minutes.

Ingestion:
Rinse mouth and seek medical advice if discomfort occurs.

Firefighting Measures of PLURONIC PE 9400:

Extinguishing Media:
Use water spray, foam, dry chemical, or CO₂.

Fire Hazards:
Combustion may generate carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide.

Protective Equipment:
Firefighters should wear suitable protective equipment and self-contained breathing apparatus when necessary.

Accidental Release Measures of PLURONIC PE 9400:

Personal Precautions:
Avoid contact with spilled material and minimize dust generation.

Cleanup:
Sweep or collect mechanically and place in a suitable container for disposal.

Environmental Precautions:
Prevent large quantities from entering drains or waterways.

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection of PLURONIC PE 9400:

Eye Protection:
Wear safety glasses where contact is possible.

Hand Protection:
Use suitable protective gloves for prolonged handling.

Respiratory Protection:
Normally not required under adequate ventilation; use suitable dust protection if airborne particles are generated.

General Protection:
Maintain good industrial hygiene and adequate workplace ventilation.

Identifiers of PLURONIC PE 9400:
Chemical Name: Poly(ethylene oxide)-poly(propylene oxide)-poly(ethylene oxide) block copolymer
Polymer Type: Nonionic PEO-PPO-PEO triblock copolymer
INCI Name: Poloxamer
CAS Number: 9003-11-6

Product Number (PRD): 30044106
Product CAS Details: 9003-11-6

Properties of PLURONIC PE 9400:
Appearance: White to off-white solid, flakes, or granules.
Chemical Type: Nonionic PEO-PPO-PEO block copolymer.