Potassium Oleates

J & W Whewell produce a range of liquid soaps derived from fatty acids of different hydrocarbon chain lengths, neutralised with alkalis or ammonia.  Longer chain soaps are good biodegradable detergents and anionic emulsifiers.  They find use as components of liquid detergent and cleaner concentrates, lubricants, foaming agents and emulsions.

 

Potassium Oleate 30%
Appearance:	Clear amber liquid
10% Dilution	Clear and Bright
Water Content	69 - 71
pH (10%):	11.5 - 12.5
Total Alkali:	4.7 - 5.2%  KOH

 

Potassium Oleate 35%
Appearance:	Clear amber liquid
Water Content:	64 - 66
pH (10%):	12 - 13
Total Alkali:	5.6 - 6.0% KOH

 

Potassium Oleate 68%
Appearance:	Clear amber liquid
Water Content:	31 - 33
pH (10%):	9 - 10.5
Total Alkali:	10.0 - 12.0% KOH