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How to use the environmentally friendly penetrant JFC? What is the recommended dosage?

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2026-06-06 官方文档 环保型渗透剂JFC

The environmentally friendly penetrant JFC can be directly dissolved in water. The conventional dosage is 0.1%~0.5% (mass fraction) of the working solution. The specific dosage should be determined through trials based on process conditions and substrate characteristics.

Detailed Description

The environmentally friendly penetrant JFC (fatty alcohol polyoxyethylene ether, CAS: 68439-50-9) is a nonionic surfactant, readily soluble in water, with an HLB value between 11 and 13. It exhibits excellent penetration, wetting, and emulsifying capabilities. Its penetration power is extremely strong (standard canvas sedimentation method ≤5 seconds), and it is a low-foam product that maintains stable performance over a wide pH and temperature range. It is resistant to acids and alkalis (stable in 1%~5% NaOH solution) and can be used in combination with other anionic, cationic, and nonionic surfactants.

Before use, it is recommended to dilute the product with an appropriate amount of water and slowly add it to the working solution, stirring evenly for it to take effect. When used as a pre-treatment penetrant or cleaning aid, the working solution temperature is best controlled between room temperature and 60°C. The cloud point is 40~50°C. Exceeding the cloud point may cause precipitation and turbidity, but it can recover after cooling without affecting performance. During use, protective gloves and goggles should be worn to avoid direct contact with skin and eyes.

Technical Parameters

Parameter ItemTechnical Index
AppearanceColorless to slightly yellow transparent liquid
Ionic TypeNonionic
Active Content≥99%
HLB Value11~13
Penetration Power (Standard Canvas Sedimentation Method)≤5 seconds
Cloud Point (1% Aqueous Solution)40~50°C
pH Value (1% Aqueous Solution)5.0~7.0
Surface Tension (1% Aqueous Solution, 25°C)25~30 mN/m
Density (25°C)0.99~1.02 g/cm³
Alkali Resistance StabilityStable in 1%~5% NaOH solution
Foam CharacteristicsLow foam
Water SolubilityReadily soluble in water

Application Suggestions

Textile Dyeing and Finishing Pre-Treatment (Desizing, Scouring, Bleaching): Recommended dosage is 0.1%~0.5% of the working solution. Add directly to the treatment bath during pre-treatment of cotton, linen, synthetic fibers, and their blends. It enables rapid wetting and uniform penetration into the fiber interior, significantly improving capillary effect and whiteness. Its low-foam properties are particularly suitable for high-speed overflow dyeing equipment.

Industrial Hard Surface Cleaning: Recommended dosage is 0.2%~1.0% of the total cleaning solution. In water-based cleaning formulations for metal parts, molds, and pipelines, it is used in combination with other surfactants and alkaline additives. It penetrates deep into the interface between oil and substrate, quickly rolling off and emulsifying heavy grease, maintaining good cleaning efficiency even at room temperature.

Leather Soaking and Degreasing: For soaking, add 0.3%~0.8% of the raw hide weight; for degreasing, add 0.5%~1.0% (used with alkaline additives). It accelerates moisture penetration, shortens soaking time, and effectively emulsifies and removes natural fats.

Paper Deinking: Recommended dosage is 0.1%~0.3% of the bone-dry pulp weight. During waste paper deinking, it acts as a penetration and emulsification aid, promoting the detachment and dispersion of ink from fiber surfaces.

Pesticide Wettable Powders and Emulsifiable Concentrates: As a wetting and dispersing component, recommended dosage is 1%~5% of the total formulation. It improves the wetting speed and suspension rate of technical particles and enhances the spontaneous dispersibility and dilution stability of emulsifiable concentrates.

Water-Based Coatings and Inks: Recommended dosage is 0.2%~0.5% of the total formulation. Add during the pigment dispersion stage to rapidly wet the surface of pigments and fillers, assist mechanical shear in achieving dispersion, lower the dynamic surface tension of the system, and improve spreading and leveling on substrates.

The above recommended dosages are based on industry application experience (from the Guoli Chemical product database). The actual optimal dosage should be confirmed through small-scale tests.

Precautions

  • Safety Protection: This product causes skin irritation (H315) and serious eye irritation (H319). Protective gloves, goggles, and protective clothing must be worn during operation. After work, thoroughly wash the skin.
  • Environmental Protection: Harmful to aquatic life with long-lasting effects (H412). Do not discharge waste liquid directly into sewers or water bodies. Dispose of waste in accordance with regulations.
  • Temperature Control: Cloud point is 40~50°C. Turbidity may occur at high temperatures but clears upon cooling without affecting product performance. It is recommended to use below the cloud point for optimal results.
  • Storage Conditions: Storage temperature 5~40°C. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Avoid direct sunlight. Keep away from strong oxidizers, strong acids, strong alkalis, and food and beverages.