Description

Hexaethyleneglycol4-Isooctylphenylether is a nonionic surfactant belonging to the class of alkylphenol ethoxylates, specifically a hexaethylene glycol ether of 4-isooctylphenol. This compound is valued for its excellent surface-active properties, including wetting, emulsification, and dispersion, making it a versatile intermediate and additive. It is primarily utilized in the formulation of industrial cleaners, agrochemicals, and specialty chemical processes where controlled hydrophilicity and compatibility are required.

Application

• Industrial & Institutional (I&I) Cleaners: Acts as a key surfactant and wetting agent in heavy-duty degreasers and detergent formulations.
• Agrochemical Adjuvants: Used as an emulsifier and spreader in pesticide and herbicide formulations to enhance coverage and efficacy.
• Textile Processing: Serves as a scouring agent, dye leveling agent, and wetting agent in various textile manufacturing steps.
• Metalworking Fluids: Functions as an emulsifier and corrosion inhibitor component in coolants and cutting fluids.
• Paints & Coatings: Employed as a dispersant and stabilizer to improve pigment dispersion and formulation stability.
• Oilfield Chemicals: Utilized in drilling muds and production chemicals as an emulsifier and surfactant.
• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as an intermediate or phase-transfer catalyst in specialized organic synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	Hexaethyleneglycol4-Isooctylphenylether
CAS No.	2497-58-7
Molecular Formula	C26H46O7
Molecular Weight	470.64 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Isooctylphenyl hexaethylene glycol ether; PEG-6 4-Isooctylphenyl ether; Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), α-(4-isooctylphenyl)-ω-hydroxy- (6 EO); Octoxynol-6; Triton X-102 (related series); Nonylphenol Ethoxylate, branched (Isooctyl derivative); Ethoxylated 4-Isooctylphenol (6 EO); α-(4-Isooctylphenyl)-ω-hydroxypoly(oxyethylene)
EINECS	219-695-3

Quality Control

Our Hexaethyleneglycol4-Isooctylphenylether is manufactured under a stringent quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure consistency and meets defined specifications for critical parameters such as assay, hydroxyl value, and ethylene oxide content. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity and physical properties are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure containers are kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow viscous liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (Karl Fischer)	≤ 0.5%
Hydroxyl Value	Contact for details
pH (5% solution)	5.0 - 7.0

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