Description

Triton CF-21 is a high-performance, nonionic surfactant belonging to the alkylphenol ethoxylate class, identified by CAS No. 37211-53-3. It is valued for its exceptional wetting, dispersing, and emulsifying properties in challenging formulations. This product is essential for industrial manufacturers and formulators seeking reliable performance in demanding chemical processing and cleaning applications.

Application

• Industrial & Institutional (I&I) Cleaning: A key component in heavy-duty alkaline and acid cleaners, degreasers, and metal cleaning formulations for its robust stability and wetting power.
• Textile Processing: Used as a wetting agent, scouring aid, and dye leveling agent in fiber treatment and dyeing baths.
• Agricultural Formulations: Acts as an emulsifier and dispersant in pesticide and herbicide concentrates to enhance stability and application efficacy.
• Paints & Coatings: Serves as a pigment wetting and grinding aid to improve color development and dispersion stability in water-based systems.
• Pulp & Paper Manufacturing: Employed in pulping and de-inking processes as a detergent and dispersant for lignin and other contaminants.
• Oilfield Chemicals: Utilized in drilling muds and production chemicals for its emulsification and demulsification properties.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Triton CF-21
CAS No.	37211-53-3
Molecular Formula	C33H60O10
Molecular Weight	616.8 g/mol
Synonyms	Nonylphenol Ethoxylate (10 EO); Polyoxyethylene (10) nonyl phenyl ether; Nonoxynol-10; NP-10; Igepal CO-630; Tergitol NP-10; Antarox CO-630; Ethoxylated nonylphenol (10 moles EO); Contact for details on additional trade names.
EINECS	253-408-0

Quality Control

Our Triton CF-21 is manufactured under a rigorous quality management system. Each batch is tested to ensure it meets precise specifications for critical parameters such as hydroxyl value, cloud point, and ethylene oxide content. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting these results 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 easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider maintaining under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen to preserve efficacy. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance (25°C)	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Cloud Point (1% aq. sol.)	60 - 65 °C
pH (5% solution)	6.0 - 8.0
Water Content (Karl Fischer)	≤ 0.5 %
Hydroxyl Value	85 - 95 mg KOH/g

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