C8-10 alkyl ethyl phosphate
Synonyms
Phosphoric anhydride esters with octyl alcohol, decyl alcohol, ethanol;
Phosphoric acid, mixed decyl and Et and octyl esters;
Category
Anionic Surfactant
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Chemical Numbering System
CAS: 68412-60-2
EINECS: 270-198-3
Molecular Formula & Molecular Weight
Molecular Formula: N/A
Molecular Weight: N/A
Structure
Schematic formula:
R: C8-10.
Properties
Appearance (1), liquid.
Solubility slightly soluble in water, or soluble in water; soluble in ethanol.
Stability stable. Under strong acid condition, easily hydrolyzed.
Risk Liquid form: irritation, irritation to skin, eye.
GHS label: 
Ecology may be hazardous to environment. Water body should be given special attention.
Biodegradability biodegradable.
Characteristics excellent emulsifying, dispersing, anticorrosive, antirust, lubricating, cleansing, solubilizing, antistatic, wetting, permeating abilities. Low to moderate foaming. Resistance to high concentration of alkali. Intolerance to hard water.
Note (1), Can be used in children cleaning products.
Synthesis
Quality Standards & Test Methods
1, Physical and chemical indexes
|
Item |
Physical and chemical indexes |
|
Liquid |
|
|
Actives, %, ≥ |
90.0 |
Test Methods
(1), Actives
GB/T 13173 Surface active agents -- Detergents -- Testing methods
2, Hazardous substances indexes
|
Item |
Hazardous substances indexes |
|
Liquid |
|
|
Heavy metals (as Pb), mg/kg, ≤ |
20 |
|
As, mg/kg, ≤ |
3 |
Test Methods
(1), Heavy metals (as Pb)
Safety and Technical Standards for Cosmetics (2015 Edition)
GB/T 30799 The test method of food detergents -- Determination of heavy metals
(2), As
Safety and Technical Standards for Cosmetics (2015 Edition)
GB/T 30797 The test method of food detergents -- Determination of total arsenic
3, Further explanation
(a), On physical and chemical indexes: firstly, shall be indicated carbon atom distribution; secondly, shall be indicated average molecular weight.
(b), Used in cosmetics, should be test for harmful substances or furtherly test for microorganisms, according to local regulations and standards.
Major Uses
1, Typical applications
Use as emulsifying agent, dispersing agent.
Use as anticorrosive agent, antirust agent.
Use as cleansing agent.
2, Machinery
Lubricant, corrosion inhibitor, antirust agent in metalworking fluids.
3, Household detergents
Cleansing agent in household cleaning products.
4, Industrial cleaning agents
Cleansing agent, dispersing agent, antirust agent in industrial cleaning.
5, Textile
Wetting agent, permeating agent in textile.
6, Personal care products
Viscosity controlling agent in personal care products. Similar with natural phospholipids, good compatibility with skin.
Manufacturers
Update: 20140330(1); 20190303(2);