Developing efficient acidic formulations for heavy-duty cleaning has always been a significant challenge for the cleaning products industry. Products such as toilet bowl cleaners, urinal cleaners, and descaling agents require high acid concentrations to ensure the effective removal of mineral deposits such as calcium, magnesium, and iron, while also needing to have adequate viscosity to promote contact time and efficient action.

It is in this context that Isogen TH+ emerges, Macler's new solution developed to enhance the performance and stability of these formulations.

The challenge of acidic formulations

The effectiveness of acid cleaning is directly linked to the ability of acids, especially hydrochloric acid, to dissolve mineral deposits. However, the higher the acid load, the greater the challenge in structuring the formulation.

To ensure that the product flows slowly and increases its contact with the surface, achieving high viscosity is fundamental. Traditionally, this role is played by ethoxylated fatty amines, such as Tallow Fatty Amine 2EO. However, this compound has important limitations.

This raw material tends to generate unstable viscosity, resulting in cloudy formulations. This behavior compromises not only performance but also the appearance and perceived quality of the product.

The solution: Isogen TH+

Isogen TH+ was developed by Macler precisely to solve this problem efficiently and reliably.

This is a thickening surfactant base capable of working in systems with a high acid load, promoting high viscosity with excellent stability, preventing turbidity and ensuring the performance of formulations.

Furthermore, the product exhibits high compatibility with hydrochloric acid, making it particularly suitable for applications in acidic sanitizers.

Among the distinguishing features of Isogen TH+, the following stand out:

• Advantageous replacement of 2EO tallow fatty amine
• High viscosity, even in systems with high acidity.
• Stable formulations, without cloudiness.
• Excellent compatibility with hydrochloric acid.
• Ability to thicken systems with a high acid load.

Comparative studies show that Isogen TH+ remains stable under conditions in which 2EO tallow fatty amine becomes cloudy, a clear sign of instability.

This instability can be seen in the following graph through the point of turbidity.

In addition, the product’s rheological behavior and cloud point remain consistent even with variations in acid concentration, as shown in the graph below.

Stability and performance for acidic formulations

Isogen TH+ represents a significant advancement for formulators seeking stability, performance, and reliability in acidic systems.

By eliminating common issues such as cloudiness and instability, the solution enables the development of products with better performance and greater perceived value in the market.

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