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ACID THICKENER
Acid Thickener is a cationic surfactant that was originally designed to thicken hydrochloric acid, which it does very effectively on its own; however, when used in combination with sodium chloride (salt), it will thicken a variety of acid systems including phosphoric, sulfuric, hydrofluoric, citric, oxalic, etc. By varying the ratio between Acid Thickener and salt, you can adjust the viscosity to a given specification. Acid Thickener is a multifunctional material that provides thickening, wetting, corrosion inhibition, and perfume solubilization.

TYPICAL PROPERTIES
Appearance, 77 F Weight/gallon, 77 F Specific Gravity, 77 F Pour Point Flash Point amber paste 7.6 lb. 0.91 80F (approximate) >200F

PERFORMANCE PROPERTIES
F F F F F Long term viscosity stability Ability to thicken both inorganic and organic acids Can replace nonionics used for wetting and perfume solubilization 90% corrosion inhibition in HCl acid Easy to solubilize

VISCOSITY IN 9.5% HCl

Acid Thickener Level 1.0% 2.0% 3.0% NOTES: Viscosity (23C) 500 cps. 2000 cps. 5000 cps.

Acid Thickener must be uniform before use. Heat and/or mix as necessary. Acid Thickener use level should be increased as acid concentration increases.

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ACID THICKENER
FORMULATING HINTS
1. Acid Thickener provides wetting and may eliminate the need to use nonionics for wetting and perfume solubilization. Non-ionics can affect viscosity and by eliminating their use, better viscosity control and economics can be achieved. Acid Thickener is partially solid at room temperature, and it is critical that the product be completely homogeneous before use in the lab or plant to ensure consistent viscosity. Slight heating or rolling of the drum is recommended. We recommend adding 2% of the acid to the water phase first, then add the Acid Thickener, and then add the remainder of the acid. This lowers the pH of the water, thus allowing the Acid Thickener to be more readily dispersed. The salt (if used) is then added, followed by perfumes and dyes. If a quat is to be used for disinfectant properties, we suggest a level of 0.1-0.2%. It will affect the viscosity, so if it is not needed, leave it out. Perfumes also affect the viscosity of acid systems and should be used at levels of 0.3-0.5%. Acid Thickener will assist in solubilizing perfumes.

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SUGGESTED USES
F F F F Acid bowl cleaners Acid truck cleaners Building restoration cleaners Other vertical surface cleaners

PACKAGING
Acid Thickener is available in 55 gallon tighthead unlined drums. NOTE: Refer to the Material Safety Data Sheet for D.O.T. Classification or for any additional information.

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ACID THICKENER
FORMULATION SUGGESTIONS
Ingredient Water 75% Phosphoric Acid Acid Thickener Surfonic N-150 37% HCl acid Perfume* Weight % 67.9 3.0 4.0 0.5 24.5 0.1 Physical Properties Viscosity @ 20C-1750 cps. pH = 1.3 SpG @ 23C = 1.049 Wt./gal. @ 23C = 8.74

Ingredient Water 75% Phosphoric acid Acid Thickener Salt (NaCl) Surfonic N-150 Perfume* * Quest International - (410) 363-2550

Weight % 77.7 12.7 4.0 5.0 0.5 0.1

Physical Properties Viscosity @ 20C-1800 cps pH = 1.3 SpG @ 23C = 1.049 Wt./gal. @ 23C = 8.74

Cherry Almond-N-19198 Mint Spice-N-19197 Pine Vanilla-N-19199

Other perfumes may be compatible; verify cationic compatibility of a particular fragrance. See Formulary for additional formulations.

The suggestions in this publication concerning the application of Tomah products are intended only to illustrate common uses of such products. Because Tomah is not aware of the numerous factors which may affect the use of its products in any particular application, Tomah provides no warranty or representation as to the suitability of its products for any such use, or as to whether any such use may infringe a third partys patent or other proprietary right. Each customer must, on the basis of its own evaluation of those factors, assume sole responsibility for such suitability and any such infringement. Standard Specifications, although current at the time of publication, are subject to change without notice. For the latest Standard Specifications, contact your Sales Representative. All sales of Tomah products are subject to the General Terms and Conditions of Sale published by Tomah Products. For a copy of these terms and conditions call 1-608-868-6811.

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