Description

Poly(Oxy-1,2-Ethanediyl), .Alpha.-Hexyl-.Omega.-Hydroxy- is a nonionic surfactant belonging to the class of polyethylene glycol alkyl ethers. This versatile chemical is valued for its excellent emulsifying, wetting, and dispersing properties in a wide range of industrial formulations. It is a critical component for manufacturers in the personal care, agrochemical, and coatings industries seeking to improve product performance and stability.

Application

• Personal Care & Cosmetics: Acts as an emulsifier and solubilizer in creams, lotions, and hair care products, helping to blend oil and water phases.
• Agrochemical Formulations: Used as a wetting agent, dispersant, and emulsifier in pesticides, herbicides, and liquid fertilizers to enhance coverage and efficacy.
• Paints & Coatings: Serves as a pigment dispersant and grinding aid, improving color development and stability in water-based and solvent-based systems.
• Industrial Cleaners: Functions as a surfactant in degreasers and hard surface cleaners, boosting detergency and soil removal.
• Textile Processing: Employed as a leveling agent and dye dispersant to ensure uniform color application and processing.
• Polymerization: Can be used as an emulsifier or stabilizer in emulsion polymerization processes for synthetic rubbers and plastics.

Basic Information

Product Name	Poly(Oxy-1,2-Ethanediyl), .Alpha.-Hexyl-.Omega.-Hydroxy-
CAS No.	31726-34-8
Molecular Formula	CnH2n+2O(n/2)+1 (n = average EO units) / Typically represented as C6H13(OCH2CH2)nOH
Molecular Weight	Variable, dependent on the number of ethylene oxide (EO) units. Contact for details on specific grades.
Synonyms	Hexyl Alcohol Ethoxylate; Polyethylene Glycol Monohexyl Ether; PEG Monohexyl Ether; Hexyl Polyoxyethylene Ether; Ethoxylated Hexanol; α-Hexyl-ω-hydroxypoly(oxyethylene); Hexyl Alcohol EO Adduct; Nonylphenol Ethoxylate Alternative (in some applications)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Poly(Oxy-1,2-Ethanediyl), .Alpha.-Hexyl-.Omega.-Hydroxy- is produced under a stringent quality management system. Each batch is tested to ensure consistent performance, including parameters such as hydroxyl value, cloud point, and average molecular weight. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting purity and key specifications 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, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure containers are sealed after each use to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which can affect product performance.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance (25°C)	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Complies
Hydroxyl Value (mg KOH/g)	Contact for details
Cloud Point (1% in water, °C)	Contact for details
Water Content (KF, %)	≤ 0.5
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.