Methyl rosinate
Synonyms
Resin acids and rosin acids, methyl esters;
Category
Non-ionic surfactant
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Chemical Numbering System
CASRN: 68186-14-1
EINECS: 269-035-9
Molecular Formula & Molecular Weight
Molecular Formula: N/A
Molecular Weight: N/A
Structure
Basal component:
Properties
Appearance (1), pale amber liquid.
Solubility insoluble in water.
Stability stable. Under strong acid or strong alkali condition, easily hydrolyzed. Easily oxidized.
Risk Liquid form: flammable material; irritation, irritation to skin, eye, respiratory system. Harmful products of combustion are CO, CO2 and so on. Contact with strong oxidants, can cause to burn.
GHS (Rev.10) label:
Ecology may be hazardous to environment. Water body should be given special attention.
Biodegradability biodegradable.
Characteristics excellent dispersing, emulsifying, lubricating, adhesive, film-forming abilities. Liquid resin.
Synthesis
Quality Standards & Test Methods
1, Physical and chemical indexes
Item |
Physical and chemical indexes |
Liquid |
|
Actives, %, ≥ |
95.0 |
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 film-forming agent.
Use as adhesive.
Use as plasticizer.
Use as tackifier.
2, Personal care products
Film-forming agent, conditioning agent, perfume in personal care products.
3, Polymer
Film-forming agent, tackifier, plasticizer in resins, plastics, paints, inks.
Manufacturers
Update: 20141029(1); 20200607(2);