Lanspec EMP 102 is a nonionic surfactant produced by the reaction of ethylene oxide on a synthetic primary alcohol. This product is compatible with soaps, anionic, cationic and other nonionic surfactants, and exhibits good Oil/Water and Water/Oil emulsification, wetting and detergency.

Functions: Emulsifier, Surfactant, Surfactant (Nonionic)

Chemical Family: Alcohol Ethoxylates

Applicable Processes: Emulsion Polymerization, Vinyl Acetate Manufacturing

Features: Good Wetting Properties, High Detergency

Technical Data Sheet

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Applications & Uses

Applicable Processes
Applications
  • Lanspec EMP102 is a nonionic surfactant produced by the reaction of ethylene oxide on a synthetic primary alcohol. This product is compatible with soaps, anionic, cationic and other nonionic surfactants, and exhibits good Oil/Water and Water/Oil emulsification, wetting and detergency.
  • Lanspec EMP102 is an excellent emulsifier for emulsion polymerization for systems such as Vinyl Acetate - Acrylic

Properties

Physical Form
Appearance
Clear to hazy liquid free from foreign matter (at 25°C)
Odor
Characteristic
Soluble in
Water
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Flash Pointmin. 150°CClosed Cup
Hydrophilic-Lyphophilic Balance Value12--
Pour Point6.0°C-
Specific Gravity (at 20°C)0.98--
Surface Tension (at 0.1% aqueous)27.14mN/m-
Viscosity (at 25°C)68.4cP-
Specifications
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Cloud Point (g in 25g (25% BDG Solution))69.0 - 71.0°C-
Colormax. 100Hazen-
pH (5% aqueous)5.0 - 8.0--
Solid Content94.0 - 96.0%-

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance

Technical Details & Test Data

Foam Height

Foam Height Scale

 - 1

Wetting Scale

 - 1

Packaging & Availability

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

Lanspec EMP102 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 Lanspec in order to prevent corrosion and subsequent contamination.
  • Lanspec can separate on standing and at low temperatures.
  • May require agitation and warming prior to use.