Description
ACIAMINE AE is a high-performance acid thickening agent supplied by GENOME SPECIALITIES FZC , developed to increase the viscosity, surface adhesion, and contact time of acidic cleaning formulations.
Used for toilet bowl cleaners, descaling products, rust removers, industrial cleaning gels, and other acid-based cleaning formulations.
ACIAMINE AE helps transform low-viscosity acid solutions into controlled, clingable formulations that remain on vertical and inclined surfaces for longer periods.
Acid Thickeners Do
Viscosity builder:
Converts low-viscosity acid solutions into thicker gels.
• Improved contact time:
Thickened acids stay longer on surfaces like toilet bowls, tiles, or walls.
• Enhanced cleaning:
Supports better soil and rust removal by preventing rapid runoff.
• Safety benefit:
Reduces splashing and improves handling of strong acids.
Chemical Properties of Acid Thickner
| Property | Description |
|---|---|
| Product Name | ACIAMINE AE |
| Chemical Type | Amine Ethoxylate–based Acid Thickener |
| Chemical Nature | Cationic surfactant in acidic medium |
| General Chemical Structure | R–NH–(CH₂CH₂O)ₙ |
| Molecular Weight | Variable (depends on alkyl chain & EO units) |
| Appearance | Clear to pale yellow viscous liquid |
| Odor | Mild amine odor |
| Solubility in Water | Completely soluble |
| Solubility in Acids | Highly soluble (HCl, H₂SO₄, phosphoric acid) |
| pH (1% solution) | Acidic when neutralized with acid (≈1–3) |
| Thickening Mechanism | Salt formation with acids → viscosity increase |
| Viscosity Behavior | Increases significantly in strong acids |
| Ionic Character | Non-ionic → Cationic in acidic conditions |
| Chemical Stability | Stable in acidic formulations |
| Compatibility | Compatible with inorganic acids and non-ionic surfactants |
| Reactivity | Reacts with acids to form amine salts |
| Oxidizing / Reducing Nature | Neither |
| Hydrolysis | Stable in acidic conditions |
| Corrosiveness | Non-corrosive by itself |
| Biodegradability | Partially to readily biodegradable (grade-dependent) |
| Hazard Classification | Mild skin and eye irritant (concentrated form) |
Acid Thickener Grades
| Grade Name | Physical Form | Typical Use/Application | Key Features |
| Industrial Grade | Liquid or powder | General industrial use — acidizing, cleaning | Cost-effective, broad compatibility |
| Oilfield Grade | Powder or liquid | Acid stimulation in oil & gas wells | High temperature and acid stability |
| Food Grade | Powder or liquid | Thickening acidic food products | Food-safe, meets regulatory standards (FDA, etc.) |
| Laboratory Grade | Pure powder/liquid | Research and analytical applications | High purity, consistent batch quality |
| Specialty Grade | Customized form | Tailored for specific acids or temperature ranges | Optimized viscosity and performance |
Typical Applications
• Toilet bowl cleaners –
Thickened hydrochloric acid formulations
• Rust removers –
gels for steel, brass, copper, aluminum, and ceramic surfaces
• Industrial cleaning gels –
for vertical or inclined surfaces
• Household acidic gels –
safer, splash-resistant formulations
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