Description

Alcohols, C12-14-Secondary, .Beta.-(2-Hydroxyethoxy), Ethoxylated is a nonionic surfactant belonging to the class of secondary alcohol ethoxylates. This compound is valued for its excellent wetting, emulsifying, and dispersing properties, offering a favorable balance between hydrophilic and lipophilic characteristics. It is primarily used by formulators in the industrial cleaning, agrochemical, textile, and personal care industries to enhance the performance and stability of their products.

Application

• Industrial & Institutional (I&I) Cleaners: Acts as a key surfactant in heavy-duty degreasers, hard surface cleaners, and floor care formulations for its robust soil removal and wetting power.
• Agrochemical Adjuvants: Used as a wetting agent, emulsifier, and penetrant in pesticide and herbicide formulations to improve foliar spreading and efficacy.
• Textile Processing: Employed in scouring, dyeing, and finishing baths as a detergent and leveling agent to ensure uniform processing and high-quality fabric.
• Personal Care & Cosmetics: Serves as a mild emulsifier and solubilizer in rinse-off products like shampoos and body washes, where secondary alcohol ethoxylates offer good skin compatibility.
• Metal Working Fluids: Functions as an emulsifier and lubricity agent in synthetic and semi-synthetic coolants and drawing compounds.
• Paints & Coatings: Aids in pigment dispersion and wetting in water-based systems, improving color development and application properties.
• Pulp & Paper Industry: Used in de-inking processes and as a dispersant for pitch control to enhance paper quality and production efficiency.

Basic Information

Product Name	Alcohols, C12-14-Secondary, .Beta.-(2-Hydroxyethoxy), Ethoxylated
CAS No.	146340-15-0
Molecular Formula	Typically CnH2n+2O(C2H4O)mH (n=12-14)
Molecular Weight	Variable, dependent on the degree of ethoxylation. Contact for details.
Synonyms	Secondary Alcohol Ethoxylate (C12-14); C12-14 Secondary Alcohol Alkoxylate; Polyoxyethylene C12-14 Secondary Alkyl Ether; Ethoxylated C12-14 Secondary Alcohols; 2-(2-Hydroxyethoxy)ethanol, ether with C12-14 secondary alcohols; Nonionic Surfactant (C12-14 Secondary); Tergitol TMN Series-type surfactant (related); Alfonic 1412-A Ethoxylate (related)
EINECS	Contact for details.

Quality Control

Our production of Alcohols, C12-14-Secondary, .Beta.-(2-Hydroxyethoxy), Ethoxylated adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Each batch is characterized by critical parameters including hydroxyl value, cloud point, pH, and moisture content to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and performance reliability. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting these specifications are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at ambient temperatures (typically 15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep containers tightly sealed when not in use to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which can affect product properties.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance (25°C)	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Hydroxyl Value (mg KOH/g)	Contact for details
Cloud Point (1% aq. sol.)	Contact for details
pH (5% solution)	5.0 - 7.5
Moisture (Karl Fischer)	≤ 0.5 %
Color (APHA)	≤ 50

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.