What is triterpenoid saponin?
Triterpenoid Saponin Air entraining agent
Triterpenoid saponin is a kind of glycoside extracted from tea seeds. It is a natural surfactant with good properties. It can be widely used in light industry, chemical industry, pesticides, beverages, aquaculture, textile, oil extraction, mining, building materials, highway construction, and other fields.
Manufacture emulsifiers, detergents, pesticide additives, feed additives, crab breeding protective agents, textile auxiliaries, oil production flotation agents, mining lubricants, aerated concrete foam stabilizers, highway antifreeze, etc.
Product characteristics of triterpenoid saponin
Triterpenoid saponin belongs to triterpenoid saponins, which are bitter and spicy and irritate nasal mucosa to cause sneezing. The pure product is a white fine columnar crystal with strong hygroscopicity, acidity to methyl red, insoluble in anhydrous methanol and ethanol, insoluble in ether, acetone, benzene, petroleum ether, and other organic solvents, easily soluble in hydrous methanol, hydrous ethanol, as well as glacial acetic acid, acetic anhydride, pyridine and so on.
When hydrochloric acid is added to the tea saponin solution, when it is acidic, the saponins precipitate.
| Product name | Triterpenoid saponin |
| Appearance | Light yellow powder |
| Active matter content | ≥60% |
| Foaming power | 160-190 mm |
| pH | 5.0-6.5 |
| Surface tension | 47-51 mN/m |
| Water solubility | Soluble in water |
Application field of triterpenoid saponin
(1) Pesticides
The environment-friendly pesticide auxiliaries refined with tea saponin as the main body can be widely used in pesticides, fungicides, and herbicides to achieve the purpose of synergism, solubilization, and attenuation. as wetting agents of wettable pesticides, it can not only obviously improve the wettability of pesticides, but also effectively improve the suspension rate of pesticides, reaching or exceeding the national standards.
As a water-based pesticide additive, it has more advantages. It does not contain metal ions that damage the quality of pesticides because its PH value is neutral and acid, which is conducive to the storage of pesticides.
As a synergistic and developing agent of EC-type pesticides, it can improve pesticides' physical and chemical properties with a low dosage, good control effect, fast knockdown speed, anti-rain Water scouring, long-lasting effect, etc. Due to the surface activity of tea saponins, it can reduce the amount of pesticides by 50% to 70%, and the synergistic effect is obvious.
At the same time, due to the repellent of tea saponin and the role of biological hormones, it is also a good biological pesticide, but it can also stimulate crop growth.
(2) Building materials field
Triterpenoid Saponin is a good natural surfactant. It can be used as a foaming agent and foam stabilizer in aerated concrete and light building materials. It is suggested that the content of tea saponin is between 0.4% and 1.5% of the weight of cement, with small content and low cost.
It has the function of degreasing, improving the suspension of aluminum powder dispersion, inhibiting lime digestion, improving the stability of slurry pouring, improving the stomatal structure, and making the product more firm and reliable. Its effect is better than acacia powder, pulling powder, etc.
Using its strong emulsifying property and dispersibility, the paraffin emulsifier has been successfully used in the sizing process of fibreboard production, which can reduce the water absorption of the product, enhance the waterproof performance, and improve the quality of fibreboard.
(3) Daily chemical field
The use of tea saponin surface activity can be used in shampoo hair dye shampoo, not only shampoo but also in anti-inflammatory and anti-itching dandruff effects are good.
(4) Textile field
Tea saponin, as a detergent, has less color stripping ability, will not produce velvet, and the fabric will not lose luster.
(5)Oil production and mining
Because of the surface activity of tea saponin, it can better separate hydrocarbon compounds and is suitable for petroleum exploration. Because of the serious wear of drill bit in mining, using tea saponin as a lubricant can save the bit and accelerate the exploration speed.
(6) Photography and photocopying
Diazo photocopying paper treated with tea saponin can improve the clarity and quality of photocopying, and photographic negatives treated with tea saponin can significantly improve the clarity and brightness of photos.
(7) Fire extinguishing agent field
Tea saponin not only has a strong foaming ability but also has a good flame retardant function. The fire extinguishing agent made of tea saponin as an auxiliary has excellent fire extinguishing performance.
Packing & Shipping of triterpenoid saponin Tea saponin :
We have many kinds of packing, depending on the Tea saponin powder quantity.
Tea saponin packing: 1kg/bag, 25kg/barrel, or as requested.
Tea saponin shipping: could be shipped out by sea, by air, or by express as soon as possible once payment receipt.
FAQs of triterpenoid saponin Tea saponin:
Q: How do triterpene saponins air-entraining agents affect the workability of concrete?
A: When a triterpene saponin air-entraining agent is added to concrete, it reduces the surface tension of the water and forms a large number of closed-type tiny air bubbles during the mixing process. These bubbles are evenly distributed within the concrete matrix, making the concrete more fluid and easier to pour and vibrate, while reducing water seepage. This not only improves the construction performance of the fresh concrete, but also ensures consistent quality of the hardened concrete. By adjusting the number and size of air bubbles, it is also possible to optimize the density and strength development of the concrete.
Q: How does the use of triterpene saponin air-entraining agents affect the durability of concrete?
A:The use of triterpene saponin-based air-entraining agents can significantly improve the durability of concrete. Specifically, it can: Increase freeze-thaw resistance: The small air bubbles introduced act as a “buffer space” and when the temperature drops, the stresses caused by the expansion of water into ice are dispersed into these bubbles, reducing damage to the concrete structure.
Improved resistance to salt damage: For concrete exposed to salty environments, such as the sea or road de-icing salts, air entrainment prevents salt penetration and reduces the risk of corrosion. Improved abrasion and permeation resistance: Proper distribution of air bubbles helps to create a denser concrete surface, which enhances resistance to abrasion as well as liquid penetration.
Q: What factors should be taken into account when selecting and applying triterpene saponin-based air-entraining agents?
A: There are several key factors to consider when selecting and applying triterpene saponin-based air-entraining agents: Compatibility: Ensure that the air-entraining agent is compatible with other admixtures and cement components to avoid adverse chemical reactions affecting the quality of concrete. Admixture control: according to the specific needs of the project to determine the appropriate dose of air-entraining agent, too little may lead to poor results, too much may weaken the concrete strength. Environmental adaptability: The effectiveness and stability of air-entraining agents should be evaluated considering the specific climatic conditions of the construction site, especially in areas with large temperature variations. Cost-benefit analysis: Compare the price and performance of products from different brands and sources to find the most cost-effective solution. Regulatory Compliance: Comply with local legal and regulatory requirements regarding the use of construction materials, including environmental standards.
Q: What are the advantages of triterpene saponin-based air-entraining agents over other types of air-entraining agents?
A: Compared to synthetic chemical air-entraining agents, triterpene saponins-based air-entraining agents have several advantages: Environmentally friendly: as natural products, triterpenoid saponins are highly biodegradable and environmentally friendly, in line with the trend of green building. Efficient and stable: they are able to produce a large number of fine and long-lasting bubbles at low concentrations, providing better air-entraining effects. Multifunctionality: In addition to air-entraining effect, some types of triterpene saponins also have the functions of regulating concrete setting time, water reduction, etc., which provide more flexibility for formulation design. High safety: Since they are derived from natural plants, they are usually free of toxic and harmful substances, making them relatively safe for human health. Abundant resources: can be extracted from a variety of plants, the supply of raw materials is sufficient, the supply chain is more stable.
