Description

Octoxynol-5 is a nonionic surfactant belonging to the alkylphenol ethoxylate family, widely recognized for its effective wetting, emulsifying, and detergent properties. Its balanced hydrophilic-lipophilic character makes it a versatile processing aid and formulation component across multiple industries. This product is essential for manufacturers in the personal care, pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and industrial cleaning sectors who require a reliable, high-quality surfactant to enhance product performance and stability.

Application

• As an emulsifier and stabilizer in cosmetic and personal care formulations such as creams, lotions, and hair care products.
• As a wetting agent and dispersant in agricultural chemical formulations, including pesticides and herbicides.
• As a detergent and cleaning agent in industrial and institutional cleaning products.
• As a solubilizer and emulsifying agent in pharmaceutical topical preparations.
• As a processing aid in the textile industry for scouring and dyeing processes.
• As a component in industrial lubricants and metalworking fluids.
• As a surfactant in household and hard surface cleaners.

Basic Information

Product Name	Octoxynol-5
CAS No.	27176-99-4
Molecular Formula	C18H30O6 (Average)
Molecular Weight	342.43 g/mol (Average)
Synonyms	Octoxynol-5; Polyethylene glycol mono(p-(1,1,3,3-tetramethylbutyl)phenyl) ether (5 EO); Triton X-45; p-(1,1,3,3-Tetramethylbutyl)phenol ethoxylate (5 EO); Octylphenol Ethoxylate (5 EO); OP-5; Nonoxynol-5 (Note: Common but technically distinct); Polyoxyethylene (5) octyl phenyl ether
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Octoxynol-5 is manufactured under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay, hydroxyl value, and cloud point determination, to meet defined specifications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting these results is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

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 oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay	≥ 98.0%
Hydroxyl Value	Contact for details
Cloud Point (1% in water)	Contact for details
pH (5% solution)	5.0 - 7.0
Water Content	≤ 0.5%

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