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Product STEPANTEX® VT-90
Name
Chemical
Structure
O CH 3 O
CH 2 CH 2
C N+ C
R R
O CH 2 CH 2 O
R = tallow
CH 2 - CH 2 - OH
-
CH 3 OSO 3
Chemical
Description Methyl bis[ethyl (tallowate)] -2- hydroxyethyl ammonium methyl sulfate
CAS 157905-74-3
Registry No.
Applications STEPANTEX VT-90 is a high-quality fabric softener quaternary for use in household and commercial
products. It can be used in a full range of dispersion concentrations with excellent storage stability and
formulation capabilities. STEPANTEX VT-90 will produce 3 - 20% solids dispersions easily. These
dispersions exhibit instant cold water dispersability and provide excellent softening. Under certain
conditions, STEPANTEX VT-90 can make up to 25% dispersions. STEPANTEX VT-90 offers good
rewet and is non-yellowing.
Typical Appearance at 25°C ........................................................................................................... Off-white paste
Properties pH, 5% in water ..................................................................................................................................... 2.5
Solids, % by wt. ...................................................................................................................................... 90
Color, Gardner ................................................................................................................................ 3 max.
Density, g/ml (lbs/U.S. gal)..................................................................................................... 0.982 (8.18)
Pour Point, °C (°F) ......................................................................................................................... 30 (86)
Minimum Handling Temperature (MHT), °C (°F) ......................................................................... 45 (113)
Viscosity at MHT, cps ........................................................................................................................... 250
Flash Point, PMCC, °C (°F) ........................................................................................................... 32 (90)
RVOC, U.S. EPA, % (Isopropanol) ........................................................................................................ 10
Preservative ........................................................................................................................... Not required
Environmental STEPANTEX VT-90 is readily biodegradable. Additional information is available upon request.
Effects
Preservative Preservatives that are cationic compatible and are stable and effective at a pH between 2.5 and 4.5
Compatibility should be compatible with STEPANTEX VT-90. Among isothiazolinone derivative preservatives,
STEPANTEX VT-90 is only compatible with BIT.
Storage & Handle STEPANTEX VT-90 with care; use away from sparks and open flame. Use in a well
Handling ventilated area. Contact with the eyes and prolonged contact with the skin should be avoided.
Oct. 2021
Use gloves and safety goggles when handling STEPANTEX VT-90.
Supersedes:
June 2021
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Standard Packaging: STEPANTEX VT-90 is available in totes, drums or bulk quantities.
Storage & The color and odor of STEPANTEX fabric softener quaternaries are susceptible to degradation
Handling as a result of exposure to high temperatures, particularly in the presence of air.
It is recommended that STEPANTEX VT-90 be stored in stainless steel storage tanks of type 304L
minimum, 316L is preferred. Also acceptable are Fiber Reinforced Plastic (FRP) with an Atlac 382 type
lining. Tanks should be padded with a nitrogen gas blanket and equipped with conservation vents and
flame arrestors. Tanks should be adequately insulated to maintain elevated temperatures. Generally,
mixing is recommended to maintain homogeneity, either by a mechanical stirrer or recirculation loop.
Bulk storage facilities should be designed to maintain a minimum product temperature of 45°C
(113°F) and a maximum temperature of 60°C (140°F). Hot water heating provided through No.
316L Stainless Steel heating coils is recommended. Steam heating through coils can be used.
No. 316L Stainless Steel centrifugal or positive displacement pumps should be used. Piping should be
of No. 316L Stainless Steel, Schedule 40 or Steel Kynar lined P.V.F. Rubber hoses lined with Teflon or
crosslinked polyethylene and equipped with No. 316L Stainless Steel fittings are recommended for
loading and unloading. Contact with brass, copper, and aluminum components must be strictly avoided.
Workplace Occupational exposure can occur primarily through skin contact or via inhalation of vapors and
Exposure mists. Engineering controls, personal protective equipment, and other workplace practices should
be used to control these exposures. See SDS for more information.
Clearances The international inventories (country clearances) of STEPANTEX VT-90 can be found in Section 15 of
the Safety Data Sheet (SDS). It is the responsibility of the formulator to review the chemical control
regulations for each country where the end-product is intended to be sold or used. If you have any
further questions regarding inventories, please contact North America Technical Service at
[email protected].
Product This product bulletin has been written in accordance with ACC’s Product Stewardship guidelines.
Stewardship
Additional A Safety Data Sheet (SDS) is available upon request.
Safety
Information
The information contained herein is based on the manufacturer’s own study and the works of others and is subject to change
without prior notice. The information is not intended to be all-inclusive, including as to the manner and conditions of use, handling,
storage or disposal or other factors that may involve additional legal, environmental, safety or performance considerations. Nothing
contained herein grants or extends a license, express or implied, in connection with any patents issued or pending of the
manufacturer or others, nor shall be construed as a recommendation to infringe any patents. STEPAN COMPANY MAKES NO
PRODUCT WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR USE, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, AND NO
OTHER WARRANTY OR GUARANTY, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, IS MADE, INCLUDING AS TO INFORMATION REGARDING
PERFORMANCE, SAFETY, SUITABILITY, STABILITY, ACCURACY, COMPLETENESS, OR ADEQUACY. Stepan Company (and
its employees, subsidiaries and affiliates) shall not be liable (regardless of fault) to the vendee, its employees, or any other party for
any direct, indirect, special, or consequential damages arising out of or in connection with the information provided herein, including
in respect of its accuracy, completeness, adequacy, furnishing, use, or reliance upon such information. The vendee assumes and
releases Stepan Company (and its employees, subsidiaries and affiliates) from all liability, whether in tort, contract or otherwise to
the fullest extent possible under the relevant law.
For Technical Service Call: For Customer Service Call:
Stepan North America +1-800-745-7837 Stepan North America +1-800-457-7673
Corporate Headquarters Stepan Mexico +55-11-5089-2208 Stepan Mexico +52-555-533-1967
Stepan Quimica +55-11-5089-2200 Stepan Quimica +55-11-5089-2200
Northbrook, Illinois 60062, U.S.A. Stepan Colombia +571-636-2808 Stepan Colombia +57-6-8993125
Oct. 2021
Supersedes Phone: 847-446-7500 Stepan Europe +33-476-505-160 Stepan UK +44-161-338-5511
June 2021 Fax: 874-501-2100 Stepan Asia +656-879-9855 Stepan France +33-476-50-51-00
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