Kemsurf OS38-HPH is a high pH version that contains no biocide. It has good foaming and excellent detergency. Kemsurf OS38-HPH can be used in many industrial and domestic applications where good detergency and wetting are required. Typical examples include textile auxiliaries and industrial cleaning

Functions: Detergent, Wetting Agent

Labeling Claims: Biocides-free, Foreign matter-free

Certifications & Compliance: ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 9001

Applicable Processes: Emulsion Polymerization, Styrene Butyl Acrylate Manufacturing, Vinyl Acetate Manufacturing

Synonyms: Alkenes, C14-16 α-, sulfonated, sodium salts, Sulfochem AOS-K

Technical Data Sheet

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Identification & Functionality

Features & Benefits

Applications & Uses

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Applicable Processes
I&I Cleaning Applications
Applications

Kemsurf OS38-HPH is a high ph version that contains no biocide. It has good foaming and excellent detergency. Kemsurf OS38-HPH can be used in many industrial and domestic applications where good detergency and wetting are required. Typical examples include textile auxiliaries and industrial cleaning. This product is also used in emulsion polymerisation for the following systems:

  • Styrene / Butyl Acrylate
  • Vinyl Acetate

Properties

Physical Form
Appearance
Clear amber liquid free from foreign matter (at 25°C)
Odor
Mild
Soluble in
Water
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
S-Adenosyl Methionine (Eq. Wt. 320)37.0 - 39.0%-
pH (10% aqueous)10.5 - 13--
Unsulphated Mattermax. 1.8%-
Color (in 5% aqueous)max. 150Hazen-
Viscosity (at 25°C)200cP-
Specific Gravity (at 20°C)1.07--
Pour Point-3.0°C-
Flash Pointmin. 150°CClosed Cup
Surface Tension (at 0.1% aqueous)31.6mN/m-
Critical Micelle Concentration301mg/L-

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type
Regional Availability
  • Canada
  • Mexico
  • USA
Packaging Information

Kemsurf OS3-HPH can be supplied in bulk road tankers, IBC’s, 200kg or 25kg nett drums.

Storage & Handling

Storage Conditions

Stainless steel, polyethylene or glass lined equipment is necessary for the storage of Kemsurf OS38-HPH in order to prevent corrosion and subsequent contamination. This material can separate on standing and at low temperatures. May require agitation and warming prior to use.