Ecosurf EH-9 is alcohol ethoxylated.
Ecosurf EH-9 is an eco-friendly, specialty surfactant that belongs to a line of nonionic surfactants with low aquatic toxicity.
Ecosurf EH-9 is designed to meet or exceed environmental requirements while offering formulation flexibility.
CAS Number 64366-70-7
EC Number: 613-582-1
Product Type: Wetting Agents / Wet Edge Enhancers > Surfactants
Chemical Composition: Alcohol ethoxylate
Formula: C8H18O.(C3H6O)x.(C2H4O)y
Molecular Formula: C13H28O3
Ecosurf EH-9 is a 90% aqueous solution of an alcohol ethoxylate that boasts superior wetting, excellent removal of oily soil, rapid dissolution, good rinseability, low odor, no gel range, outstanding formulation, and handling properties.
Ecosurf EH-9 is alcohol ethoxylated.
Ecosurf EH-9 is readily biodegradable, has an aquatic toxicity of EC50 > 10 mg/L, meets the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Design for the Environment (DfE) Surfactant Screen criteria.
Ecosurf EH-9 is water-soluble, non-ionic, APEO free, and readily biodegradable.
Ecosurf EH-9 acts as a surfactant.
Ecosurf EH-9 offers superior wetting, excellent oily soil removal, rapid dissolution and good rinse ability.
Ecosurf EH-9 possesses low odor, no gel range, outstanding formulation and handling properties.
Ecosurf EH-9 is chemically stable in the presence of dilute acids, bases and salts.
Ecosurf EH-9 is compatible with anionic, cationic, and other non-ionic surfactants.
Ecosurf EH-9 has exceptional wetting and hard surface cleaning, low odor, excellent formulation properties, very low aquatic toxicity.
Ecosurf EH-9 has excellent wetting and hard surface cleaning, favorable handling and formulating properties, low odor, readily biodegradable, and very low aquatic toxicity.
Ecosurf EH-9 is a new generation of high performance, readily biodegradable surfactants.
Ecosurf EH-9 is a nonionic ethoxylate surfactant.
Ecosurf EH-9 is a new generation of high performance, readily biodegradable specialty surfactants designed for hard surface cleaning, textile processing, and wetting of both hard and soft surfaces.
Ecosurf EH-9 is a biodegradable, nonionic surfactant used for its wetting properties in various applications.
Ecosurf EH-9 Surfactants are included in a group of chemicals that align with the 10th principle of green chemistry.
Ecosurf EH-9 is one such alternative detergent to octylphenol ethoxylate-containing detergents, like e.g. Triton -100.
Ecosurf EH-9 is a biodegradable surfactant to reduce your ecological footprint.
Ecosurf EH-9 has excellent wetting and hard surface cleaning performance, low odor, excellent formulation performance, very low aquatic toxicity, meets CleanGredients standard, meets DfE requirements.
Ecosurf EH-9 is a nonionic, alcohol ethoxylate that is used in many high performance cleaners.
Ecosurf EH-9 is alcohol ethoxylated.
Ecosurf EH-9 is water-soluble, non-ionic, APEO free and readily biodegradable.
Ecosurf EH-9 acts as a surfactant.
Ecosurf EH-9 offers superior wetting, excellent oily soil removal, rapid dissolution and good rinse ability.
Ecosurf EH-9 possesses low odor, no gel range, outstanding formulation and handling properties.
Ecosurf EH-9 is chemically stable in the presence of dilute acids, bases and salts.
Ecosurf EH-9 is compatible with anionic, cationic, and other non-ionic surfactants.
Ecosurf EH-9 is an eco-friendly, specialty surfactant that belongs to a line of nonionic surfactants with low aquatic toxicity.
Ecosurf EH-9 is designed to meet or exceed environmental requirements while offering formulation flexibility.
Ecosurf EH-9 has with exceptional wetting capabilities.
Ecosurf EH-9 is ideally suited for hard surface cleaning applications.
Ecosurf EH-9 has low foam and very low odor, and is an ideal choice for higher temperature applications.
Its narrow gel range makes Ecosurf EH-9 appropriate for ultraconcentrate formulas.
Ecosurf EH-9 exhibits fast dynamic surface tension reduction, and has very low aquatic toxicity.
Ecosurf EH series nonionic surfactants are a new generation of high-performance, readily biodegradable specialty surfactants that provide performance comparable to alkylphenol ethoxylate (APE) surfactants, and better than primary alcohol ethoxylate (PAE) surfactants in many applications, including hard surface cleaning, textile processing, and any application in which excellent wetting performance is required.
With exceptional wetting capabilities, Ecosurf EH-9 is ideally suited for many hard surface cleaning applications, including metal cleaning.
Especially effective on greasy kitchen soils, Ecosurf EH-9 has low foam and very low odor, and is easy to formulate.
Its narrow gel range makes Ecosurf EH-9 appropriate for ultraconcen-trate formulas.
Ecosurf EH-9 exhibits fast dynamic surface tension reduction, and has low aquatic toxicity.
Ecosurf EH-9 has excellent wetting and hard surface cleaning performance, low odor, easy to use, excellent formulation performance, very low toxicity to aquatic organisms, meets CleanGredients standards, meets DfE requirements
Ecosurf EH-9 is a new generation of high-performance, readily biodegradable surfactants.
Ecosurf EH-9 is a new generation of high performance, readily biodegradable specialty surfactants designed for hard surface cleaning, textile processing, and wetting of both hard and soft surfaces.
Ecosurf EH-9 has exceptional wetting and hard surface cleaning, low odor, excellent handling and formulation properties, very low aquatic toxicity.
Ecosurf EH-9 is a water soluble biodegradable nonionic surfactant with low odor used in applications such as paints and coatings, pulp and paper, agrochemicals, hard surface cleaners, high performance cleaners, and textiles.
Ecosurf EH-9 exhibits superior wetting, excellent oily soil removal, rapid dissolution and good rinse ability.
Ecosurf EH-9 possesses low odor, no gel range, outstanding formulation and handling properties.
Ecosurf EH-9 is readily biodegradable and its aquatic toxicity (EC50) is greater than 10 mg/L.
Ecosurf EH-9 is chemically stable in the presence of dilute acids, bases and salts.
Ecosurf EH series nonionic surfactants are a new generation of high-performance, readily biodegradable specialty surfactants that provide performance comparable to alkylphenol ethoxylate (APE) surfactants, and better than primary alcohol ethoxylate (PAE) surfactants in many applications, including hard surface cleaning, textile processing, and any application in which excellent wetting performance is required.
Ecosurf EH-9 is readily biodegradable nonionic, alcohol ethoxylate surfactant.
Ecosurf EH-9 is a new generation of high performance, readily biodegradable specialty surfactants designed for hard surface cleaning, textile processing, and wetting of both hard and soft surfaces.
Ecosurf EH Surfactants are designed to help formulators meet rising expectations for performance and convenience, while at the same time complying with more stringent and demanding environmental safety regulations.
The ‘Surfactants’ is a shortened form of three words, surface, active and agent.
Surfactants stabilize mixtures of oil and water by reducing the surface tension at the interface between the oil and water molecules.
Because water and oil do not dissolve in each other, a stable mixture requires a surfactant to keep it from separating into layers.
Each has its own performance advantages in many different applications, all three Ecosurf EH Surfactants are oil-soluble emulsifiers with fast dynamic surface tension reduction.
They are low foaming, have very low odor and a narrow gel range, making them ideally suited for ultra-concentrated formulations.
USES and APPLICATIONS of ECOSURF EH-9:
Ecosurf EH-9 finds usage in household cleaners, industrial and institutional cleaners, agrochemicals, paints and coatings, and textile processing.
Ecosurf EH-9 has similar surface active properties to Triton X-100, making it a practical substitute for various applications such as protein purification and analysis, cell lysis, and nucleic acid extraction.
In addition, Ecosurf EH-9 is a non-ionic surfactant that does not react with charged molecules such as proteins or nucleic acids, making it a suitable choice for applications where these molecules must remain intact.
Ecosurf EH-9 is used in paints and coatings.
This versatile surfactant, Ecosurf EH-9, offers excellent wetting performance and can be used in various applications, including hard surface cleaning and textile processing.
Its biodegradability makes Ecosurf EH-9 a perfect choice for formulators who aim to create sustainable and eco-friendly products.
Ecosurf EH-9 provides similar or better performance than traditional surfactants such as alkylphenol ethoxylate (APE) and primary alcohol ethoxylate (PAE) surfactants.
Ecosurf EH-9 has also earned the EU Ecolabel, indicating that it meets strict environmental and performance criteria.
Ecosurf EH-9 is used concentrates, cleaners and detergents, paints and coatings, textile processing, agrochemicals.
Ecosurf EH-9 is used in various applications, including household cleaners, industrial and institutional cleaners, agrochemicals, paints and coatings, and textile processing.
Ecosurf EH-9 is a water soluble, biodegradable nonionic surfactant with low odor used in applications such as paints and coatings, pulp and paper, agrochemicals, hard surface cleaners, high performance cleaners, and textiles; offers superior wetting and excellent oily soil removal properties, rapid dissolution, no gel range and good rinseability.
Ecosurf EH-9 is used concentrates, Cleaners & DetergentsTextile Processing.
Ecosurf EH-9 can also be used for oil drilling and production additives.
Ecosurf EH-9 is used in paints and coatings.
Recommended Uses of Ecosurf EH-9: Acid Cleaners, Agricultural Emulsifier, Alkaline Cleaner, All Purpose Cleaners, Bottle Washing, Car Wash Soap, Carpet Cleaners, Carpet Spot Removers, Concrete Cleaners, Disinfectant, Dispersant, Emulsifier, Green Products, Hard Surface Cleaners, I & I Cleaners, Metal Cleaners, NPE Replacement, Paint & Coatings, Pulp & Paper, Textile.
Ecosurf EH-9 is a water-soluble, biodegradable nonionic surfactant with low odor used in applications such as paints and coatings, pulp and paper, agrochemicals, hard surface cleaners, high performance cleaners, and textiles; offers superior wetting and excellent oily soil removal properties, rapid dissolution, no gel range and good rinseability.
Ecosurf EH-9 is a water soluble, biodegradable nonionic surfactant with low odor used in applications such as paints and coatings, pulp and paper, agrochemicals, hard surface cleaners, high performance cleaners and textiles.
Ecosurf EH-9 can also be used for oil drilling and production additives.
Ecosurf EH-9 is used in concentrates, cleaners and detergents, paints and coatings, textile processing, agrochemicals.
Applications of Ecosurf EH-9: Concentrates, cleaners & detergents, paints & coatings, textile processing, agrochemicals.
Ecosurf EH-9 can also be used for oil drilling and production additives.
Ecosurf EH-9 is used Hard surface cleaning, Textile processing, and Any application in which excellent wetting performance is required
Ecosurf EH-9 is used concentrates, Cleaners & DetergentsTextile Processing.
Ecosurf EH-9 is used wetting agent and low foaming.
Application of Ecosurf EH-9: Concentrates, cleaners and detergents, paints and varnishes, textile processing, and agrochemicals.
Ecosurf EH-9 is used in Paints and coatings, Pulp and paper,Textile, Agrochemicals,Hard surface cleaners, High performance cleaners.
Ecosurf EH-9 has excellent wetting ability and is suitable for hard surface cleaning in many different applications, including metal cleaning.
Ecosurf EH-9 is especially effective in cleaning kitchen grease, has the characteristics of low foam, low odor, etc., and is easy to formulate.
Ecosurf EH-9 surfactant has a narrow gel range and is suitable for ultra-concentrated formulations; the dynamic surface tension drops very rapidly and has a low aquatic toxicity.
Ecosurf EH-9 is suitable for use in hard surface cleaners, traffic cleaners, metal cleaners, wetting and dispersing agents for paints and coatings, paper treatments.
Other Applications of Ecosurf EH: Ecosurf EH Surfactants are excellent candidates for use in a number of other applications including: emulsifiers for agricultural insecticides and herbicides, paper processing, and oil and gas applications.
-Key applications of Ecosurf EH-9:
Cleaning products
Textile handling
Hard surface cleaning
-Uses of Ecosurf EH-9:
*Hard surface cleaning
*Textile processing
*Any application in which excellent wetting performance is required
-Hard Surface Cleaning Performance of Ecosurf EH:
For hard surface cleaning of cross-linked triglycerides (kitchen soil) and mineral oil (industrial petroleum based grease), Ecosurf EH Surfactants have demonstrated exceptional cleaning performance in Dow tests, when compared with other, traditionally used products.
-Paints & Coatings Applications of Ecosurf EH:
Ecosurf EH Surfactants feature narrow aqueous gel ranges and favorable handling and formulating properties, making them ideally suited for many paints and coatings systems.
-Textile Applications of Ecosurf EH:
Silicone softeners emulsified with Ecosurf EH Surfactants exhibited improved hand-feel.
Using real world application testing for textile processing, the wetting times and penetration time for real-use concentrations are much faster for Ecosurf EH Surfactants relative to primary alcohol ethoxylates (PAE’s).
-Application field of Ecosurf EH-9:
Ecosurf EH-9 is used hard Surface Cleaner, High Performance Cleaner, Concentrate Paints and Coatings, Pulp and Paper, Textiles, and Agrochemicals.
-Applications:
Ecosurf EH-9 is suitable for use in applications such as:
• Hard surface cleaners
• High performance cleaners
• Concentrates
• Paints & coatings
• Pulp & paper
• Textile
• Agrochemicals
INDUSTRIES OF ECOSURF EH-9:
*Cleaning
BENEFITS OF ECOSURF EH-9:
*Readily biodegradable
*Provide performance equal to alkylphenol ethoxylate (APE) surfactants, and better than primary alcohol ethoxylate (PAE) surfactants in many applications
*Excellent wetting performance
*EU Ecolabel
PERFORMANCE ADVANTAGE OF ECOSURF EH-9:
*Strong wettability, can effectively remove oil stains and dirt
*Low smell, fast dissolve, easy to rinse
*Excellent formula and handling performance, not easy to form gel
*Aquatic toxicity > 10mg/L, easily biodegradable
PROPERTIES OF ECOSURF EH-9:
Excellent wetting and hard surface cleaning, favorable handling and formulating properties, low odor, readily biodegradable, very low aquatic toxicity.
SOLUBILITY AND COMPATIBILITY OF ECOSURF EH-9:
*Ecosurf EH-9 is soluble in water
*Ecosurf EH-9 is soluble in chlorinated solvents and most polar organic solvents.
*In the presence of alkenoic acid/dilute alkali/salt, the chemical performance is stable
*Ecosurf EH-9 is compatible with anionic, cationic and nonionic surfactants
BENEFITS OF ECOSURF EH-9:
• Superior wetting
• Excellent oily soil removal
• Rapid dissolution & good rinseability
• Low odor
• No gel range
• Outstanding formulation & handling properties
• Readily biodegradable
• Provide performance equal to alkylphenol ethoxylate (APE) surfactants, and better than primary alcohol ethoxylate (PAE) surfactants in many applications
• Excellent wetting performance
• EU Ecolabel
FEATURES AND BENEFITS OF ECOSURF EH-9:
*Superior wetting
*Excellent oily soil removal
*Rapid dissolution & good rinseability
*Low odor
*No gel range
*Outstanding formulation & handling properties
*Readily biodegradable
*Aquatic toxicity EC50 > 10 mg/L
PERFORMANCE ADVANTAGES OF ECOSURF EH-9:
1. Excellent wetting ability
2. Excellent oily dirt removal ability
3. Fast dissolution and good cleanability
4. Low odor
5. No gel range
6. Excellent formulation handling characteristics
7. Easily biodegradable
HOW DOES ECOSURF EH-9 COMPARE TO OTHER SURFACTANTS LIKE TRITON X-100?
Compared to Triton X-100, Ecosurf EH-9 offers advantages such as biodegradability, lower aquaticity, no gel formation, low odor, and faster dynamic surface tension.
HAS ECOSURF EH-9 EARNED ANY CERTIFICATIONS?
Ecosurf EH-9 has earned the EU Ecolabel, which means it meets strict environmental and performance criteria.
WHAT ARE ECOSURF EH SPECIALTY SURFACTANTS?
Ecosurf EH specialty surfactants are a line of biodegradable, nonionic surfactants with low aquatic toxicity that are designed to provide formulation flexibility.
WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF ECOSURF EH SPECIALTY SURFACTANTS?
Ecosurf EH specialty surfactants have a low aquatic toxicity, are readily biodegradable, and are designed to meet or exceed environmental requirements.
They also offer formulation flexibility and can be used for a wide range of applications.
ARE ECOSURF EH SPECIALTY SURFACTANTS BIODEGRADABLE?
Yes, Ecosurf EH specialty surfactants are readily biodegradable (> 60 percent biodegradation within 28 days per OECD 301F).
WHAT IS THE CLOUD POINT OF ECOSURF EH SPECIALTY SURFACTANTS?
The cloud point of Ecosurf EH specialty surfactants ranges from 7.9 to 86°C for various products in the line.
ARE ECOSURF EH SPECIALTY SURFACTANTS COMPATIBLE WITH DIFFERENT FORMULATIONS?
Yes, Ecosurf EH specialty surfactants are formulated to provide flexibility and are compatible with a wide range of formulations.
WHAT IS THE CRITICAL MICELLE CONCENTRATION OF ECOSURF EH
SPECIALTY SURFACTANTS?
The critical micelle concentration of Ecosurf EH specialty surfactants ranges from 480 to 4018 ppm at 25°C for various products in the line.
THE ECOSURF EH SERIES IS:
*Readily biodegradable with low aquatic toxicity
*Formulations – several grades are approved for Direct Release
*Excellent alterative to alkylphenol ethoxylates (APEs)
*Improved hard surface cleaning with an enhanced formula stability
*Lower foam and better performance alternative to primary alcohol ethoxylates (PAEs)
*Rapid dissolution and rapid foam collapse for good rinse-ability
*Low odor and superior wetting properties
*Favorable handling and formulating properties, including narrow gel range and low pour point
*Low in 1,4-Dioxane
PHYSICAL and CHEMICAL PROPERTIES of ECOSURF EH-9:
Physical Form: Liquid
CAS: 64366-70-7
Molecular Formula: C13H28O3
Molecular Weight (g/mol): 232.36
InChI Key: LLCXFSRLSYMSPW-UHFFFAOYNA-N
IUPAC Name: 2-ethylhexan-1-ol; 2-methyloxirane; oxirane
SMILES: C1CO1.CC1CO1.CCCCC(CC)CO
Color: Clear colorless to pale yellow
Physical Form: Liquid
Cloud Point: 10% in water: 62 to 67°C
Density: 1.026 g/mL
pH: 5.0 to 7.5 (1% in water)
Quantity: 100 mL
Flash Point: 288°C (550°F)
Physical state: liquid
Color: No data available
Odor: No data available
Melting point/freezing point: No data available
Initial boiling point and boiling range: No data available
Flammability (solid, gas): No data available
Upper/lower flammability or explosive limits: No data available
Flash point: > 110 °C
Autoignition temperature: No data available
Decomposition temperature: No data available
pH: No data available
Viscosity
Viscosity, kinematic: No data available
Viscosity, dynamic: No data available
Water solubility: No data available
Partition coefficient: n-octanol/water: No data available
Vapor pressure: No data available
Density: 0,97 g/cm3
Relative density: No data available
Relative vapor density: No data available
Particle characteristics: No data available
Explosive properties: No data available
Oxidizing properties: none
Other safety information: No data available
Color: colorless, yellow
Density: 1.0237 g/cm3 @ 20 °C (68 °F)
Flash Point: 288 °C (550 °F) Method: ASTM D 93
Kinematic Viscosity: 51 mm2/s @ 40 °C (104 °F)
Odor: mild
pH: 5.0 - 7.5 (as aqueous solution)
Relative Density: Calculated 1.026 @ 20 °C (68 °F) Reference Material: (water = 1)
Relative Vapor Density: Estimated > 1
Solubility in Water: completely soluble
Vapor Pressure: Estimated < 0.01 mmHg @ 20 °C (68 °F)
FIRST AID MEASURES of ECOSURF EH-9:
-Description of first-aid measures:
*General advice:
Show this material safety data sheet to the doctor in attendance.
*If inhaled:
After inhalation:
Fresh air.
*In case of skin contact:
Take off immediately all contaminated clothing.
Rinse skin with water/ shower.
*In case of eye contact:
After eye contact:
Rinse out with plenty of water.
Call in ophthalmologist.
Remove contact lenses.
*If swallowed:
After swallowing:
Immediately make victim drink water (two glasses at most).
Consult a physician.
-Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed:
No data available
ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES of ECOSURF EH-9:
-Environmental precautions:
Do not let product enter drains.
-Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up:
Cover drains.
Collect, bind, and pump off spills.
Observe possible material restrictions.
Take up with liquid-absorbent material.
Dispose of properly.
Clean up affected area.
FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES of ECOSURF EH-9:
-Extinguishing media:
*Suitable extinguishing media:
Water
Foam
Carbon dioxide (CO2)
Dry powder
*Unsuitable extinguishing media:
For this substance/mixture no limitations of extinguishing agents are given.
-Further information:
Prevent fire extinguishing water from contaminating surface water or the ground water system.
EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION of ECOSURF EH-9:
-Control parameters:
--Ingredients with workplace control parameters:
-Exposure controls:
--Personal protective equipment:
*Eye/face protection:
Use equipment for eye protection.
Safety glasses
*Skin protection:
required
*Body Protection:
protective clothing
-Control of environmental exposure:
Do not let product enter drains.
HANDLING and STORAGE of ECOSURF EH-9:
-Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities:
*Storage conditions:
Tightly closed.
Handle and store under inert gas.
STABILITY and REACTIVITY of ECOSURF EH-9:
-Reactivity:
No data available
-Chemical stability:
The product is chemically stable under standard ambient conditions (room temperature) .
-Possibility of hazardous reactions:
No data available
-Conditions to avoid:
no information available
SYNONYMS:
2-ethylhexanol EO-PO
Oxirane
2-methyl-, polymer with oxirane
mono(2-ethylhexyl) ether
2-Ethyl hexanol EoPo copolymer (9 EO)
Ethyl hexanol ethoxylated propoxylated
Ethylene oxide-propylene oxide copolymer mono(2-ethylhexyl) ether
Ecosurf EH-9
PPG-9-ETHYLHEXETH-5
Ethoxylated propoxylated 2-ethyl-1-haxanol
2-Ethylhexanol propoxylated ethoxylated polymer
2-Ethylhexanol, etoxiliert, propoxiliert, EO 4 mol und PO 3 mol
2-Ethylhexanol, ethoxiliert, propoxiliert, PO 8 mol und EO 6 mol
Oxirane, methyl-, polymer with oxirane, mono(2-ethylhexyl) ether
Oxirane, methyl-, polymer with oxirane, monoether with 2-ethylhexanol
2-Ethyl hexanol EoPo copolymer (9 EO)
Ethyl hexanol ethoxylated propoxylated
Ethylene oxide-propylene oxide copolymer mono(2-ethylhexyl) ether
Alcohol (2EH) Alkoxylate, 2-Ethyl Hexanol EoPo Copolymer (9EO)
2-Ethyl hexanol EoPo copolymer (9 EO), Alcohol (2EH) alkoxylate, Ethyl hexanol ethoxylated propoxylated
Alcohol (2EH) Alkoxylate
2-Ethyl Hexanol EoPo Copolymer (9EO)
ECOSURF™ EH-9 (90% Actives) Surfactant
2 - Ethyl Hexanol Propoxylated Ethoxylated Polymer
2 - Ethyl Hexanol with EO and PO
2 - Ethylhexanol_ Ethoxylated_ Propoxylated
Ethoxylated Propoxylated 2 - Ethyl - 1 - Hexanol
TERGITOL EH 9 90%
Alcohol (2EH) Alkoxylate
2-Ethyl Hexanol EoPo Copolymer (9EO)
2-Ethyl hexanol EO-PO nonionic surfactant
Ethylene oxide-propylene oxide copolymer mono(2-ethylhexyl) ether
