BioLoop 84L
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. Unlike many bio-based surfactants, this product offer excellent surfactant properties and can be used as a green alternative to the conventional synthetic nonionics such as alcohol ethoxylates. Based on soybean oil, which unlike some palm oil is a great sustainable source.
PG (Pure Grade) v Normal Grade
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The normal grade of BioLoop surfactants are aimed at standard industrial-based processes in which clarity in an aqueous medium isn’t a necessity. The PG versions which denotes our purified grades are for industries in which clarity in aqueous mediums is essential.
PG Version
Typical Applications
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Normal Grade
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Oils and Lubricants
Emulsion Polymers
Agrochemical additives
Textiles auxiliaries
Hand and floor wipes
Applications
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Excellent detergency:
• Can be used in hard surface cleaners and general cleaners. In formulations that contain alcohol ethoxylates then use BioLoop 84L as a green alternative. Also, the SDS classifications will help ensure negative impact on the hazard classification of the end product.
Excellent wetting on glass:
• Can be used in a new generation of bio-based glass cleaners.
Key Features
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Based on BioLoop technology
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Renewable carbon index > 99%
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No skin or eye irritancy
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Low ecotoxicity
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Biodegradable
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Medium foam
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Good detergency
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Great wetting on glass
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A green alternative to alcohol ethoxylates
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Palm oil free
Specification
Appearance
Light amber liquid
Solids content
78 - 82
Colour
5 max - gardner
pH (5% aqueous)
6.0 - 8.0
Cloud point 1% aqueous
80 - 88
Typical Properties
Composition
BioLoop Surfactant
Viscosity at 25°C (cP)
539
Flash point closed cup °C
>150
Odour
Characteristic
Specific gravity at 20°C
1.08
Surface tension 0.1% (mN/m)
39.2
HLB value
14.9
Pour point °C
17
Foaming Profile
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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
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When compared to our full range of surfactants would be classed a MEDIUM foam surfactant.
Detergency Profile
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Test method
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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:
Conclusion
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The % soil removal indicates that BioLoop 84L has a HIGH detergency ranking.
Substrate Wetting
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Test method
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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.
Water after 5 seconds
Glass:
BioLoop 84L after 5 seconds
Application Examples
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Glass cleaner:
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Bioloop 84L has fantastic wetting characteristics on glass: see our recommendation