T-Det® C 40 is a liquid nonionic surface-active agent produced by the reaction of castor oil with 40 moles of ethylene oxide. It can be combined with both anionic and cationic surface-active agents and is moderately stable in the presence of acids, bases, and salts. T-Det® C 40 is insoluble in mineral oil and mineral spirits.

Chemical Name: Castor Oil

Functions: Surfactant, Surfactant (Nonionic)

CAS Number: 8001-79-4

Labeling Claims: APE-free, Animal Products-free, BSE-free, Conflict minerals-free, Food Allergen-free, GMO-free, GenX-free, Heavy Metal-free, Irradiation-free, Melamine-free, No Added PFAS, Not Tested on Animals, PFOA-free, PFOS-free, Palm Oil-free, Pesticide-free, Preservative-free

Certifications & Compliance: California Transparency in Supply Chains Act of 2010, Coalition of Northeastern Governors (CONEG), Directive 2002/95/EC, EPA Registered, RoHS Compliant

Synonyms: Aromatic castor oil, Ricinus communis oil, Tangantangan oil

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Properties

Physical Form
Appearance
Yellow liquid
Odor
Mild oily
Insoluble in
Mineral oil, Mineral spirits
Soluble in
Water, Ethanol, Acetone, Methanol, Xylene, Vegetable oil, Ethylene glycol, Carbon tetrachloride, Ethers, Butyl cellosolve
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Active Content99.5%-
Ethylene Oxide Content40Moles-
HLB Value12.0--
pH (at 1% Aqueous)5 - 7--
Pour Point20.0°F-
Flash Point200.0°F-
Specific Gravity (at 68°F)1.03--
Weight (at 68°F)8.58lbs/gal-
Cloud Point (at 1% in 5% NaCl in 1:9 IPA:H20)105 - 125°F-
Product Compatibility Information

Due to its nonionic structure, it can be combined with both anionic and cationic surface-active agents and is moderately stable in the presence of acids, bases, and salts.

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