Arctic Assist

Product Overview

Arctic Assist is a specialized chemical formulation designed to enhance the performance of various industrial processes in cold environments. This product exhibits unique properties that facilitate optimal operation under low-temperature conditions, making it suitable for applications in refrigeration and cryogenics. The composition is delivered as a clear, colorless liquid with a slight, sweet odor, and a density of 1.025 g/mL at 25°C. Its low freezing point of -10°C and a boiling range of 100-110°C enable reliable thermal management in demanding chilly environments, while a modest vapor pressure of 15 mmHg at 20°C supports controlled evaporation in closed systems. The product is compatible with water and polar solvents, supporting flexible integration into diverse heat transfer and stabilization workflows. The material is manufactured to ACS Reagent Grade and USP-NF Monograph standards, underscoring its suitability for rigorous laboratory and industrial use. Thorough certification and analytical controls, including TITRATION-based assay and ICP-OES/ICP-MS impurity profiling, reinforce reliability for process-scale applications. The formulation is designed for controlled handling, storage, and compatibility with HDPE containment to maintain efficacy across shelf life.

Key Properties

• Appearance: Clear, colorless liquid
• Odor: Slightly sweet odor
• Chemical Formula: Not disclosed
• Molecular Weight: 78.11 g/mol
• CAS: 123-45-6
• Boiling Point: 100-110°C
• Freezing Point: -10°C
• Density (25°C): 1.025 g/mL
• Specific Gravity (25°C): 1.02 – 1.03 (typical 1.025)
• pH (25°C): 6.5 – 7.5 (typical 7)
• Viscosity (25°C): 1.2 cP
• Vapor Pressure (20°C): 15 mmHg
• Refractive Index (20°C): 1.335
• Residue on Ignition (%, max): 0.005 (typical 0.002)
• Heavy Metals (as Pb, ppm max): 0.5 (typical 0.05)
• Chloride (Cl, ppm max): 50 (typical 20)
• Nitrate (NO3, ppm max): 25 (typical 10)
• Sulfate (SO4, ppm max): 100 (typical 40)
• Phosphate (PO4, ppm max): 50 (typical 15)
• Arsenic (As, ppm max): 0.5 (typical 0.05)
• Iron (Fe, ppm max): 2 (typical 0.2)
• Copper (Cu, ppm max): 2 (typical 0.2)
• Manganese (Mn, ppm max): 2 (typical 0.2)
• Nickel (Ni, ppm max): 1 (typical 0.1)
• Zinc (Zn, ppm max): 5 (typical 0.5)
• Aluminum (Al, ppm max): 5 (typical 0.5)
• Chromium (Cr, ppm max): 2 (typical 0.2)
• Cobalt (Co, ppm max): 0.5 (typical 0.05)
• Calcium (Ca, ppm max): 200 (typical 40)
• Magnesium (Mg, ppm max): 100 (typical 20)
• Potassium (K, ppm max): 100 (typical 20)
• Sodium (Na, ppm max): 100 (typical 20)
• Assay (wt%), min–max: 99 – 100.5 (typical 99.7) via titration with standardized NaOH
• Residue on Ignition %: max 0.005 (typical 0.002)

Common Applications

• Refrigeration Fluid: Industrial refrigeration systems use Arctic Assist as a coolant to enhance thermal efficiency and maintain stable operating temperatures in low-temperature cycles.
• Cryogenic Applications: Serves as a medium for maintaining ultra-low temperatures in cryogenic experiments and storage with reliable phase behavior under cryogenic stress.
• Temperature Stabilizer: Stabilizes temperature-sensitive compounds during storage and transport, reducing thermal decomposition risk and preserving potency.
• Heat Transfer Agent: Used as a heat transfer medium in chemical processing where precise temperature control is required to optimize reaction kinetics and selectivity.
• Anti-freeze Component: Incorporated in antifreeze formulations to depress freezing points in automotive and industrial cooling systems.

Safety Precautions

Handle Arctic Assist with appropriate PPE, including chemical-resistant gloves, goggles, and a lab coat. Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight in HDPE containers to prevent leaching and ensure product integrity. Ensure adequate ventilation during handling to minimize inhalation exposure and prevent accumulation of vapors in confined spaces.

Maintain compatibility with materials used in process equipment and avoid contact with strong oxidizing agents. Follow SDS guidance for emergency measures and exposure mitigation; use engineering controls and PPE to minimize risk during transfer, weighing, and mixing operations. Keep containers sealed when not in use and dispose of any waste in accordance with local, regional, and national regulations.

Benefits

✔ Technical Reliability – Consistent performance across a range of cold-temperature applications with tight specification control and low variability.
✔ Purity and Compliance – ACS Reagent Grade and USP-NF Monograph compliant, with ICP-MS/OES impurity profiling and low heavy metal content for high-purity requirements.