DESCRIPTION:
RoadChem™ 500® is a cationic emulsifier used to manufacture slow setting and high binder content emulsions. RoadChem™ 500® is sometimes used in slurry sealing emulsions also. RoadChem™ 500® forms highly stable slow setting emulsions. This emulsifier gives excellent adhesion to most aggregate types, including both acidic and basic aggregates.

BENEFITS:

• Slow set
• Creates highly stable emulsions
• Compatible with a wide range of bitumens and polymers
• High binder contents possible
• Completely water soluble

PHYSICAL PROPERTIES:
Appearance: Clear liquid
Flash point: 55F (13C)
Specific gravity: 0.89@ 69F (20C)
Viscosity: 52 cP @ 69F (20C)
Storage: Store in a cool dry place, do not let the temperature exceed 120F (50C). Use open drums first. Note this material is flammable.
Storage life: 24 months minimum (if stored correctly).
Packaging: Supplied in steel 205 lt size drums, in 1 tonne totes, or in bulk.

APPLICATION:
RoadChem™ 500® is specifically used for CSS-1, CSS-2 and high binder content emulsions. It may also be used for slurry seal emulsions.
RoadChem™ 500® is a quaternary ammonium type emulsifier.

TYPICAL FORMULATION:
All formulations should be tested in the laboratory before use.

Soap solution:
RoadChem™ 500® 1.3-2.0%
Calcium Chloride 0.1%
Kerosene 0%-6%
Water Adjust to 100%
Water phase pH 4.0-6.0

Asphalt: 60-65%

SAFETY:
A Material Safety Data Sheet is available for this product. Always read the safety data sheet for any chemical prior to use.

Valley Slurry Seal Company, PO Box 981330, West Sacramento, CA 95798, USA.
Phone (916) 373-1500 Fax: (916) 373-1438 Email: vss@slurry.com

Information given herein is given in good faith, without warranty, representation or inducement or license of any kind. VSS does not assume any legal responsibility for reliance upon same. VSS is not responsible for materials not manufactured by VSS that may represent a hazard in handling or use, nor for the safety of any process employing any VSS product. No representation is given as to freedom from patent restriction.

RK/August 5, 1998