BioLoop 68L
Product Category: BioLoops
A BioLoop Surfactant - The next generation of green surfactants
Introducing a new range of bio-based surfactants containing components that are 100% renewable. This product is based on a hydrophilic loop reacted onto a vegetable oil hydrophobe, and being palm oil free has a good sustainability profile. Unlike many bio-based surfactants, this product offers excellent surfactant properties and can be used as a green alternative to the conventional synthetic nonionics, such as alcohol ethoxylate.
Key Features
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Based on BioLoop technology
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100% renewable
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No skin or eye irritancy
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No ecotoxicity
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Biodegradable
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Medium - High foam
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Good detergency
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A green alternative to alcohol ethoxylates
Specification
Appearance
Amber Liquid
Colour
5 max - Gardner
Cloud point 1% aqueous
64 - 72
Solids Content %
78 - 82
pH 5% aqueous
6 - 8
Typical Properties
Composition
BioLoop Surfactant
Odour
Characteristic
Viscosity at 25°C (cP)
509
Specific Gravity at 20°C
1.08
Pour Point °C
18.5
Flash Point Closed Cup °C
>150
Surface tension 0.1% (mN/m)
36.5
Applications
Good detergency:
• Hard Surface cleaners and general cleaners. In formulations that contain alcohol ethoxylates then use BioLoop 68L as a green alternative. Also, the SDS classifications will help ensure no hazard classifications.
Excellent substrate wetting on Nylon 6, Nylon 66 and Polycarbonates:
• Can be used in textile applications that contain Nylon.
Foaming Profile
Test method
A 0.1% solution is prepared and aerated for 30 seconds and then stopped. The degree of foaming is assessed initially and then after 1, 3 and 5 minutes.
Initial
1 minute
3 minutes
5 minutes
Conclusion
When compared to our full range of surfactants would be classed a MEDIUM foam surfactant.
Detergency Profile
Test method
A formulated soil is applied to a painted disc and then aged in an oven. The disc is then soaked in a detergent solution for 10 minutes and then rotated for a further 5 minutes. The % soil removal is then measured.
Results:
No Detergent
BioLoop 68L
20.1% removal
77% removal
Substrate Wetting
Test method
A 0.5% solution is prepared and is dropped onto various substrates. The contact angle is then measured using a goniometer. The angle is measured initially and then after 5 seconds. The lower the angle the better the product wets the substrate.
BioLoop 68L - 5 Seconds
Nylon
Water - 5 Seconds