Question

Does the polyether defoamer GP-330 meet environmental requirements? Can a test report be provided?

Answer
2026-06-06 官方文档 聚醚消泡剂GP-330

Polyether defoamer GP-330 has good environmental safety, meeting the environmental requirements of conventional water-based systems, but specific test reports need to be obtained from Guoli Chemical.

Detailed Description

Polyether defoamer GP-330 (glycerol polypropylene ether, CAS: 68439-50-9) has multiple advantages in terms of environmental compliance. According to the safety data in Guoli Chemical's product database, this product is clearly classified as a non-hazardous substance, with strong physiological inertness and no known significant hazard classifications. In terms of ecotoxicity, this product shows low toxicity to aquatic organisms, meeting the basic requirements of current green chemical products.

In terms of biodegradability, GP-330, as a polyether nonionic surfactant, contains polyoxypropylene segments in its molecular structure that are relatively hydrophobic, but the overall structure gradually degrades in the environment over a certain period of time. The product itself is non-flammable (flash point >200℃), and does not generate VOC emissions during normal storage and use, complying with VOC restriction regulations. Heavy metal content is strictly controlled (Pb ≤10 mg/kg, arsenic ≤2 mg/kg).

It should be clarified that although the product has good environmental performance, it is classified as a slightly hygroscopic substance. Waste disposal should be handled by professional institutions in accordance with local regulations, and should not be directly discharged into water environments. The product itself does not contain harmful substances such as APE or silicone that are restricted in European and American countries.

Technical Parameters

Parameter Index Environmental Significance
Heavy metals (as Pb) ≤10 mg/kg Complies with RoHS, REACH and other regulations
Arsenic (As) ≤2 mg/kg Far below hazardous substance thresholds
Flash point (open cup) >200℃ Non-flammable, reducing fire risk
Ecotoxicity Low toxicity to aquatic organisms Reduces risk of water pollution
Hazard class Non-hazardous substance Convenient for transport and storage
pH value (1% aqueous dispersion) 5.0~8.0 Near neutral, environmentally friendly

Application Suggestions

GP-330, as a high-efficiency defoamer specifically designed for water-based systems, is suitable for industries such as coatings, adhesives, inks, papermaking, and water treatment. In scenarios with strict environmental requirements (e.g., green building coatings, food packaging paper), this product is an ideal choice due to its low ecotoxicity and non-hazardous properties. The recommended dosage is typically 0.1% to 0.5% of the total system weight, and the specific amount should be adjusted according to actual process conditions to achieve an optimal balance between defoaming effect and cost.

Precautions

  • Although the product is environmentally friendly, it should be avoided from being directly discharged into rivers and lakes without treatment. Waste disposal must comply with local environmental regulations.
  • There is currently no formal test report issued by a national third-party testing agency for this product in the database. If test reports from agencies such as SGS or CTI are needed, please contact Guoli Chemical directly.
  • Some customers may require additional REACH or RoHS compliance declarations, which can be applied for from Guoli Chemical based on the procurement batch.
  • Decomposition of the product at high temperatures (>200℃) may produce irritating fumes such as CO and CO₂, so good ventilation should be ensured during processing.