Clariant Emulsogen TS 160 is a nonionic emulsifier/wetting agent for water-based crop protection formulations. It has good emulsification, wetting and eco-friendliness, is an ideal NPE replacement, suits pesticides, herbicides, fungicides, and optimizes formulation stability.
Strong Emulsifying Ability: Enhances emulsification of water-based crop protection formulations effectively, forming stable emulsions.
Effective Wetting Performance: Improves dispersion and absorption of active ingredients, boosting crop protection efficiency.
NPE-Free & Eco-Safe: Complies with environmental regulations, supporting the development of green agriculture.
Reliable Long-Term Stability: Maintains excellent performance in complex crop protection formulation systems over time.
Broad Compatibility: Works well with various active ingredients and additives, fitting multiple crop protection formulas.
Pesticide Formulations: Used for emulsification and stabilization of pesticide emulsifiable concentrates and water-based emulsions.
Herbicide Products: Applied in herbicide formulations to enhance wetting and dispersion, ensuring effective weed control.
Fungicide Formulations: Added to fungicide products for emulsification and wetting, improving disease prevention on crops.
Seed Treatment Agents: Used in seed treatment agents to aid emulsification and wetting, protecting seeds from pathogens.
Formulation Type | - | EC, SE, EW, OD |
Product Class | - | Tri-styrylphenol ethoxylate |
REACH Status | - | Exempt due to polymer status |
Cloud Point Method | - | 1% active ingredient in water |
Cloud Point [°C] | °C | Approx. 60.0 |
Product Composition | - | 2,4,6-Tri-(1-phenylethyl)-phenol polyethylene glycol ether with 16 EO |
Active Content (ca.) | % | 100 |
Appearance | - | Liquid |
Water Content | % | Max. 0.3 |
HLB (Calculated) | - | 13 |
EPA Exemption Tolerance | - | 40 CFR § 180: 910, 920 |
Q1: What is the primary chemical nature of Emulsogen TS 160?
A: Emulsogen TS 160 is a nonionic surfactant based on ethoxylated fatty alcohols, designed to provide effective emulsification and stabilization in aqueous systems without ionic charge interference.
Q2: In which types of formulations is Emulsogen TS 160 most commonly used?
A: It is widely applied in agrochemical concentrates (e.g., EC, SE, and SC formulations), industrial cleaning agents, and functional coatings where stable oil-in-water emulsions and low-foaming performance are required.
Q3: How does Emulsogen TS 160 perform under varying water hardness and pH conditions?
A: As a nonionic emulsifier, Emulsogen TS 160 exhibits good stability across a broad pH range (approximately pH 4–11) and is not significantly affected by common water hardness ions, making it suitable for use in diverse geographical water conditions.
Q4: What is the typical dosage range for Emulsogen TS 160 in emulsion formulations?
A: Dosage depends on formulation requirements but generally ranges from 0.1% to 2% by weight relative to the total formulation, with optimal levels determined through application-specific testing and compatibility evaluation.
Q5: Is Emulsogen TS 160 compatible with ionic surfactants and other common formulation additives?
A: Yes, Emulsogen TS 160 demonstrates good compatibility with anionic, cationic, and amphoteric surfactants, as well as common solvents, thickeners, and active ingredients—though compatibility should always be verified experimentally for each specific system.
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