BASF Agnique ME 1218 – Supplier and Distributor in Turkey
Ataman Kimya is BASF’s distributor for Agnique ME 1218 in Turkey and the surrounding region for agricultural chemicals, crop-protection formulations, water conditioning, drilling and mining industries.
BASF Agnique ME 1218 is a fatty acid methyl ester based on vegetable raw materials. It offers solvent and adjuvant properties for agrochemical formulations and can be used as a co-solvent and adjuvant in formulation systems such as EC, EW, SE, ME and OD.
Agnique ME 1218 is essentially water insoluble, low in viscosity and suitable for use in hydrophobic formulation concepts where fatty acid methyl ester chemistry, good handling properties and formulation compatibility are required.
Ataman Kimya supplies BASF Agnique ME 1218 to industrial customers and provides support for product documentation, sample requests, packaging, logistics, pricing, availability and application-specific discussions.
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Product Identification
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Property |
Information |
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Product name |
BASF Agnique ME 1218 |
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Chemical name |
C12-C18 fatty acid methyl ester |
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SDS chemical name |
Fatty acids, C12-16 and C18-unsaturated, methyl esters |
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CAS number |
1234694-02-0 |
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EC number |
629-780-6 |
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BASF product number |
30593379 |
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Product family |
Fatty acid methyl ester / methyl ester solvent / adjuvant |
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Raw material base |
Vegetable raw materials |
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Physical form |
Clear to slightly cloudy, colourless to yellow liquid |
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Odour |
Nutty |
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Main function |
Co-solvent and adjuvant for industrial and agrochemical formulations |
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Relevant use in BASF SDS |
Plasticizers |
What Is Agnique ME 1218?
Agnique ME 1218 is a BASF specialty methyl ester product based on C12-C18 fatty acid methyl esters. It is produced from vegetable raw materials and is used in agrochemical formulation systems as a co-solvent and adjuvant.
In crop-protection formulations, co-solvents and adjuvants help support active ingredient solubility, formulation stability, application performance and handling properties. Agnique ME 1218 can be evaluated in systems where a hydrophobic, essentially water-insoluble methyl ester component is needed.
BASF describes Agnique ME 1218 as a label-free methyl ester that can be used as a co-solvent and adjuvant in formulations such as EC, EW, SE, ME and OD.
Alternative Names and Search Terms
Agnique ME 1218 may also be searched or described as:
Key Benefits of BASF Agnique ME 1218
Vegetable-Based Fatty Acid Methyl Ester
Agnique ME 1218 is based on vegetable raw materials and belongs to the fatty acid methyl ester product family.
Solvent and Adjuvant Properties
BASF technical information describes Agnique ME 1218 as a fatty acid methyl ester with solvent and adjuvant properties for agrochemical formulations.
Suitable for Multiple Agrochemical Formulation Types
Agnique ME 1218 can be used as a co-solvent and adjuvant in formulations such as:
Essentially Water Insoluble
Agnique ME 1218 is essentially insoluble in water, making it suitable for hydrophobic formulation systems and oil-compatible formulation concepts.
Low Viscosity
Agnique ME 1218 has low viscosity, supporting easy pumping, mixing, dosing and processing in industrial formulation operations.
Label-Free According to BASF Technical Information
BASF describes Agnique ME 1218 as a label-free methyl ester. According to the BASF Safety Data Sheet, the product does not require classification or a hazard warning label under GHS criteria.
Readily Biodegradable
According to BASF safety information, Agnique ME 1218 is readily biodegradable according to OECD criteria.
Not Classified as Dangerous Goods for Transport
According to the BASF Safety Data Sheet, Agnique ME 1218 is not classified as a dangerous good under ADR, RID, ADN, IMDG or IATA/ICAO transport regulations.
Applications of Agnique ME 1218
Agnique ME 1218 for Agrochemicals and Crop Protection
Agnique ME 1218 is designed for use in agrochemical formulations as a co-solvent and adjuvant. Its fatty acid methyl ester chemistry and essentially water-insoluble profile make it suitable for hydrophobic formulation systems.
Potential agrochemical applications include:
Agnique ME 1218 can support formulation concepts where the active ingredient, solvent package or adjuvant system requires a fatty acid methyl ester component.
Each formulation should be tested for:
Agnique ME 1218 for Water Treatment and Water Conditioning
Agnique ME 1218 can be evaluated as a hydrophobic co-solvent, carrier or formulation component in selected industrial water-treatment and water-conditioning chemical systems.
Potential evaluation areas include:
Agnique ME 1218 is an industrial-quality product. It should not be considered automatically suitable for direct potable-water applications. Any use in water-treatment or water-conditioning systems must be evaluated according to the final formulation, dosage, process conditions and applicable regulatory requirements.
Agnique ME 1218 for Drilling and Oilfield Applications
Agnique ME 1218 can be evaluated as a vegetable-based fatty acid methyl ester solvent or carrier component in selected drilling, wellbore-treatment and oilfield chemical formulations.
Potential evaluation areas include:
Its essentially water-insoluble character, low viscosity and compatibility with selected oils and solvents can be useful in certain formulation concepts. Suitability must be confirmed through testing under actual temperature, salinity, pressure, rheology and compatibility conditions.
Agnique ME 1218 for Mining and Mineral Processing
Agnique ME 1218 can be evaluated as a fatty acid methyl ester solvent or carrier component in selected mining, mineral-processing and extraction-related chemical systems.
Potential evaluation areas include:
Performance depends on the complete formulation, mineral system, pH, temperature, phase behaviour, water content and process design. Laboratory and pilot-scale testing are recommended before industrial use.
Typical Technical Properties
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Property |
Typical or Reported Value |
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Appearance |
Clear to slightly cloudy, colourless to yellow liquid |
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Chemical name |
C12-C18 fatty acid methyl ester |
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SDS chemical name |
Fatty acids, C12-16 and C18-unsaturated, methyl esters |
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CAS number |
1234694-02-0 |
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EC number |
629-780-6 |
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BASF product number |
30593379 |
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Water content |
Maximum 0.5% |
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Density at 20°C |
Approximately 0.87 g/cm³ |
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SDS density at 20°C |
0.867 g/cm³ |
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Density at 50°C |
0.8485 g/cm³ |
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Saponification value |
230–245 mg/g |
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Acid value |
Maximum 1.0 mg KOH/g |
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Iodine value |
Approximately 12 g I/100 g |
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Pour point |
Approximately −7°C |
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SDS pour point |
−7.5°C |
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Dynamic viscosity at 20°C |
4.0 mPa·s |
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Dynamic viscosity at 50°C |
2.2 mPa·s |
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Viscosity at 23°C |
Approximately 7 mPa·s |
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Viscosity at −7°C |
Approximately 13 mPa·s |
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Flash point |
130°C |
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Ignition temperature |
225°C |
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Vapour pressure at 20°C |
< 0.0096 hPa |
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Water solubility |
Insoluble |
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Colour |
Yellowish |
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Odour |
Nutty |
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Shelf life |
At least 2 years in original packaging under proper conditions |
These values are provided for general guidance. The latest BASF specification, Safety Data Sheet and Certificate of Analysis should be used for purchasing, quality control, regulatory documentation and formulation approval.
C-Chain Distribution
According to BASF technical information, the C-chain distribution of Agnique ME 1218 is typically:
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Chain Length |
Typical Range |
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C8–C10 |
Maximum 3.0% |
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C12 |
47.0–57.0% |
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C14 |
12.0–23.0% |
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C16 |
6.0–12.0% |
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C18 |
9.0–28.0% |
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C20 |
Maximum 1.0% |
Solubility and Compatibility
According to BASF technical information, Agnique ME 1218 shows clear solubility at 23°C in a 1:1 volume ratio with the following solvents and formulation components:
BASF technical information indicates that Agnique ME 1218 is not soluble in propylene carbonate under the referenced test conditions.
Final compatibility must always be verified in the complete formulation, especially when active ingredients, emulsifiers, oils, water, salts, solvents and other additives are present.
Storage and Handling
Agnique ME 1218 should be stored and handled under good industrial hygiene and safety practice.
Recommended storage and handling conditions include:
Agnique ME 1218 is produced through transesterification with methanol, with glycerol formed as a by-product. Small amounts of glycerol may remain in the methyl ester. Because glycerol has a higher density, clouding or minor amber-coloured separations may occur and settle at the bottom during prolonged storage. BASF states that Agnique ME 1218 should be stirred well before use and that product quality remains unaffected.
Agnique ME 1218 may become cloudy when stored at low temperatures. BASF technical information states that this does not affect performance. Cloudiness can be removed by heating the product to 40–50°C. Liquid that has solidified or shows signs of precipitation should be heated to approximately 40–50°C before processing.
Drums that have become cloudy should be reconstituted by gentle heating, preferably in a heating cabinet. The temperature should not exceed 50–60°C. Internal electrical heating elements should not be used because they can cause local temperature irregularities.
Suitable materials for tanks and drums include:
Agnique ME 1218 has a shelf life of at least 2 years in its original packaging when stored properly and when drums are kept tightly sealed.
Safety and Regulatory Information
According to the BASF Safety Data Sheet, Agnique ME 1218 does not require classification under UN GHS criteria.
The product does not require a hazard warning label in accordance with GHS criteria.
General safety recommendations include:
According to the BASF Safety Data Sheet, Agnique ME 1218 is not classified as a dangerous good under ADR, RID, ADN, IMDG or IATA/ICAO transport regulations.
For maritime transport in bulk according to IMO instruments, the BASF SDS lists the IBC Code product name as Fatty acid methyl esters (m), Pollution Category Y, Ship Type 2.
Agnique ME 1218 is readily biodegradable according to OECD criteria and does not fulfill the criteria for PBT or vPvB under the referenced REACH assessment.
Why Choose Ataman Kimya for BASF Agnique ME 1218?
Ataman Kimya supports industrial customers seeking reliable supply of BASF Agnique ME 1218 in Turkey and the surrounding region.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Agnique ME 1218?
Agnique ME 1218 is a BASF fatty acid methyl ester product based on vegetable raw materials. It has solvent and adjuvant properties and is used in selected agrochemical formulation systems.
What is the CAS number of Agnique ME 1218?
The CAS number of Agnique ME 1218 is 1234694-02-0.
What is the EC number of Agnique ME 1218?
The EC number of Agnique ME 1218 is 629-780-6.
What is the chemical name of Agnique ME 1218?
The chemical name is C12-C18 fatty acid methyl ester. The BASF Safety Data Sheet describes the substance as Fatty acids, C12-16 and C18-unsaturated, methyl esters.
What is Agnique ME 1218 used for?
Agnique ME 1218 is used as a co-solvent and adjuvant in industrial and agrochemical formulations. It can be evaluated in EC, EW, SE, ME and OD formulation systems.
Can Agnique ME 1218 be used in agrochemical formulations?
Yes. BASF technical information describes Agnique ME 1218 as a fatty acid methyl ester with solvent and adjuvant properties for agrochemical formulations.
Is Agnique ME 1218 soluble in water?
No. Agnique ME 1218 is essentially water insoluble.
What is the flash point of Agnique ME 1218?
The flash point of Agnique ME 1218 is approximately 130°C.
What is the pour point of Agnique ME 1218?
The pour point is approximately −7°C according to BASF technical information and −7.5°C according to the BASF Safety Data Sheet.
What is the shelf life of Agnique ME 1218?
Agnique ME 1218 has a shelf life of at least 2 years in its original packaging when stored properly and when drums are kept tightly sealed.
How should Agnique ME 1218 be stored?
Agnique ME 1218 should be stored indoors in a dry place in its original packaging, with containers tightly sealed. If the product becomes cloudy at low temperatures, it can be gently heated to 40–50°C and mixed before use.
Is Agnique ME 1218 classified as hazardous under GHS?
According to the BASF Safety Data Sheet, Agnique ME 1218 does not require classification according to GHS criteria and does not require a hazard warning label.
Is Agnique ME 1218 classified as dangerous goods for transport?
According to the BASF Safety Data Sheet, Agnique ME 1218 is not classified as dangerous goods under ADR, RID, ADN, IMDG or IATA/ICAO transport regulations.
Can Agnique ME 1218 be used in water treatment applications?
Agnique ME 1218 can be evaluated as a hydrophobic co-solvent or carrier component in selected industrial water-treatment or water-conditioning formulations. Suitability must be confirmed for the final formulation and regulatory requirements.
Can Agnique ME 1218 be used in drilling applications?
Agnique ME 1218 can be evaluated in selected drilling, wellbore-treatment and oilfield chemical formulations where a fatty acid methyl ester solvent or carrier is required.
Can Agnique ME 1218 be used in mining applications?
Agnique ME 1218 can be evaluated as a fatty acid methyl ester solvent or carrier component in selected mining and mineral-processing formulations. Laboratory and pilot-scale testing are recommended before industrial use.
Where can I buy BASF Agnique ME 1218 in Turkey?
BASF Agnique ME 1218 can be supplied by Ataman Kimya, BASF’s distributor for Turkey and the surrounding region for agricultural chemicals, water conditioning, drilling and mining industries.
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Product: BASF Agnique ME 1218
Chemical name: C12-C18 fatty acid methyl ester
CAS Number: 1234694-02-0
EC Number: 629-780-6
BASF Product Number: 30593379
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