Enhanced TDS
Identification & Functionality
- Chemical Family
- Chemical Name
- INCI Name
- Cleaning Ingredients Functions
- Cosmetic Ingredients Functions
- Technologies
- Product Families
Features & Benefits
- Benefit Claims
- HII Features
- Product Benefits
Calfoam® ALS-30 produces very mild and profuse foam, and its low level of impurities and low color gives the formulator better control over the finished product. Calfoam® ALS-30, when coupled with a Calamide® amide or Caltaine® and Macat® betaine, produces a very high viscosity product.
Applications & Uses
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- Applications
- Application Format
- Bath & Shower Applications
- Hair Care Applications
- Home Care Applications
- Personal Hygiene Applications
- Product Applications
Calfoam® ALS-30 is an anionic surfactant for use in pH controlled (5-6) personal care and HI&I products. Calfoam® ALS-30 generates copious, stable, soft and silky lather suitable for high performing shampoo, body wash, hand soap, pet shampoo, manual dish wash, laundry, car wash and hard surface cleaners. Formulators should adjust the pH of the final product to max. 7.0.
Properties
- Physical Form
- Soluble In
- Appearance
- Clear colorless to slightly hazy liquid (at 25°C)
- Miscible in
- Water
- Typical Properties
Value Units Test Method / Conditions Active Content 30 wt% - Unsulfated Material max. 1.0 wt% - Ammonium Sulfate Content max. 1.0 wt% - Ammonium Chloride Content max. 0.35 wt% - Color (as is, 440 nm/1 cm) min. 90 %T - Viscosity (at 25°C,12 rpm, #3 spindle) max. 5000 cPs - Density (at 25°C) 8.5 lbs/gal - Foam Height (at 25°C, 1% Active Solution, 5 Minutes) 127 mm - Foam Height (at 25°C, 1% Active Solution, Initial) 143 mm - pH (at 10% Solution) 6 - 7 - -
Regulatory & Compliance
Packaging & Availability
- Packaging Type
- Supplied by
- Packaging Information
Calfoam® ALS-30 is available in 450 lb. poly drums, 2300 lb. poly totes, and bulk quantities.
Storage & Handling
- Shelf Life
- 2 years
- Storage and Handling Information
Store in a tightly closed container. Spilled material is slippery on wet and hard surfaces. Product may freeze at 45°F. Recommended storage temperatures are 51- 100oF, avoid excessive heat. Do not store with incompatible materials. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Wear appropriate personal protective equipment and observe good industrial hygiene practices.