T-Det® C 18 is a liquid nonionic surface-active agent produced by the reaction of castor oil with 18 moles of ethylene oxide. Due to its nonionic structure, it can be combined with both anionic and cationic surface-active agents. T-Det® C 18 is dispersible in water with agitation.

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, Non-GMO, Not Tested on Animals, PFAS-Free, 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
Soluble In
Appearance
Yellow liquid
Odor
Mild oily
Insoluble in
Mineral oil, Ethylene glycol
Soluble in
Ethanol, Xylene, Corn oil, Butyl cellosolve
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Active Content99.5%-
Ethylene Oxide Content18Moles-
HLB Value9.0--
pH (at 1% Aqueous)5 - 7--
Pour Point20.0°F-
Flash Pointmin. 200°FOpen cup
Specific Gravity (at 68°F)1.025 - 1.035--
Weight (at 68°F)8.54 - 8.62lbs/gal-
Cloud Point (at 1% in 5% NaCl in 1:9 IPA:H20)96 - 109°F-
Product Compatibility Information

Due to its nonionic structure, it can be combined with both anionic and cationic surface-active agents. T-Det C-18 is dispersible in water with agitation.

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Storage, Stability and Handling Information

This product is stable and non-corrosive in its anhydrous state. It can be stored in mild steel drums and tanks.