Physical and chemical properties of pine gel dishwashing detergent.

Physical properties:
1. Appearance: Pine gel dishwashing detergent is a thick, viscous gel with a green color.
2. Odor: It has a strong pine scent.
3. Texture: The gel is smooth and slippery to the touch.
4. Solubility: It is soluble in water.

Chemical properties:
1. Surfactants: Pine gel dishwashing detergent contains surfactants that help to break down grease and grime on dishes.
2. pH: It typically has a pH level of around 7-8, making it slightly alkaline.
3. Preservatives: It may contain preservatives to prolong its shelf life.
4. Fragrance: The pine scent is added to give the detergent a pleasant smell.
5. Colorants: Green colorants are added to give the detergent its characteristic color.
6. Emulsifiers: Emulsifiers are added to help the detergent mix with water and effectively clean dishes.

Physical Properties:

- Appearance: Clear or slightly hazy liquid
- Color: Green, blue, or transparent
- Odor: Pine scent
- Viscosity: Medium to high
- Foaming: Moderate to high
- pH: 9-11
- Density: 1.05-1.15 g/mL
- Flash point: >93°C (200°F)

Chemical Properties:

- Active ingredient: Typically anionic surfactants, such as sodium lauryl sulfate or sodium dodecyl benzene sulfonate (SDBS)
- Other components:
- Solvents (e.g., water, glycol ethers)
- Builders (e.g., sodium silicate, sodium carbonate)
- Colorants
- Fragrances
- Preservatives
- Solubility in water: Miscible
- Flammability: Non-flammable
- Corrosion: Mildly corrosive to metals
- Biodegradability: High
- Toxicological properties:
- Mild to moderate skin and eye irritation potential
- Not acutely toxic by oral, dermal, or inhalation routes
- May cause allergic reactions in some individuals