Description

Triethylene Glycol Monotetradecyl Ether is a high-purity, non-ionic surfactant belonging to the alkyl polyglycol ether family. This compound is valued for its excellent emulsifying, wetting, and dispersing properties in a wide range of industrial formulations. It is a critical raw material for manufacturers in the personal care, agrochemical, textile, and industrial cleaning sectors seeking reliable performance and supply chain stability.

Application

• Personal Care & Cosmetics: Acts as a gentle emulsifier and solubilizer in creams, lotions, and hair care products.
• Agrochemical Formulations: Used as a wetting agent, dispersant, and penetrant in pesticide and herbicide concentrates.
• Textile Processing: Serves as a leveling agent, lubricant, and dye dispersant in fiber treatment and dyeing baths.
• Industrial & Institutional (I&I) Cleaning: Key component in heavy-duty degreasers, metal cleaners, and hard surface detergents.
• Paints & Coatings: Functions as a pigment wetting and grinding aid to improve color development and stability.
• Metalworking Fluids: Employed as an emulsifier and corrosion inhibitor in soluble oils and coolants.

Basic Information

Product Name	Triethylene Glycol Monotetradecyl Ether
CAS No.	26826-30-2
Molecular Formula	C20H42O4
Molecular Weight	346.55 g/mol
Synonyms	2-[2-[2-(Tetradecyloxy)ethoxy]ethoxy]ethanol; PEG-3 Tetradecyl Ether; Triethylene Glycol Tetradecyl Ether; Tetradecyl Alcohol, Ethoxylated (3 EO); C14E3; Polyoxyethylene (3) Tetradecyl Ether; Myristyl Alcohol, Ethoxylated (3 EO); TEG Monotetradecyl Ether
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Quality Control

Our Triethylene Glycol Monotetradecyl Ether is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for identity, purity, and performance. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing the results for key parameters is provided with each shipment to guarantee consistency and traceability.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
pH (5% solution)	5.0 - 7.0
Hydroxyl Value	155 - 165 mg KOH/g

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