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Crodazoline O
Oleyl hydroxyethyl imidazoline
Crodazoline O is a low ash, oil soluble corrosion inhibitor, suitable for use in a wide range of industrial applications,
particularly for temporary corrosion protection.

Typical properties
Measurement Unit Typical value
Acid value mgKOH/g 1
Alkali value mgKOH/g 168
Appearance Amber
Density @ 20C g/ml 0.92
pH in 10% solution 12
Physical form Liquid
Solubility Oil*
Specific gravity @ 25C g/ml 0.94
*water soluble when neutralised with alkanolamine

Features and benefits

Feature Benefit
Effective at low treat rates Efficient formulations
Improved quality and decreased rejection rates for
Excellent corrosion protection machined components
Low ash No residue

Applications and recommended uses

Croda recommends this product is used at the following typical treat rates:
Ferrous metal rolling: 0.5 - 2%
Grease: 0.5 2%
Metalworking fluids cutting and grinding (neat oil and water-soluble oils): 0.5 2%
Metalworking fluids drawing and stamping (neat oil and water-soluble oils): 0.5 2%

Sales and technical support

With over 30 years experience working with lubricant industry formulators, Crodas global technical specialists are able to
offer expertise and support in selecting the most effective products for your application. For further information or advice,
please contact your local Croda sales office, visit our website www.crodalubricants.com or email lubricants@croda.com.

Non-warranty
The information in this publication is believed to be accurate and is given in good faith, but no representation or warranty as to its completeness or accuracy is made.
Suggestions for uses or applications are only opinions. Users are responsible for determining the suitability of these products for their own particular purpose. No representation
or warranty, expressed or implied, is made with respect to information or products including, without limitation, warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose,
non-infringement of any third party patent or other intellectual property rights including, without limit, copyright, trademark and designs. Any trademarks identified herein are
trademarks of the Croda group of companies.
2011 Croda Europe Ltd

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