Coatings & Polymers
Tween 80
Tween 80 is a nonionic surfactant ethoxylated fatty acid ester produced from sorbitol and C18 fatty acid. Used as a versatile co-emulsifier for w/o and o/w emulsions, as a wetting agent, dispersant in polar systems and solubilizer for multiple applications It is used in industrial and decorative coatings.
Old Product Name
E00154
Functions
- Dispersant
- Emulsifier
Features and Benefits
- Liquid product
- Easy to handle
- Manufacturing flexibility
- Good environmental & health profile - License to operate; sustainable operation
- Highly efficient emulsification - improved cycle times; ease of formulation
- High affinity to pigment surface, allows high loading of pigment and fillers at low viscosity
Applications
- Adhesives & sealants
- Decorative coatings & paints
- Graphic arts & inks
- Industrial coatings
Regional Availability
- Asia
- Europe
- Latin America
- N America
Your Chemistry
- Acrylic/Vinylic
- Epoxy
- Natural oils, waxes & esters
- Polyester
- Polyurethane
REACH Status
REACH exempt
Regulatory Status
Europe
Compliant
Australia
Compliant
China
Compliant
Korea
Compliant
USA
Compliant
Canada
Compliant
Japan
Compliant
Philippines
Compliant
Typical Properties
Literature
Guía de Productos para Pinturas y Revestimientos - Folleto
Language: Spanish | Type: Brochure
FDA
| Food Contact Approval Status: | |
|---|---|
| EU (No. 10/2011) | Yes |
| EU coatings & adhesives | Yes |
| Swiss Ink Ordinance | Yes |
| FDA (175.105) | Yes |
| FDA (175.300) | No |
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