Description

Glycolic Acid Ethoxylate Octyl Ether, Average Mn Ca. 550 is a high-purity, non-ionic surfactant and emulsifier derived from the ethoxylation of glycolic acid and octyl alcohol. This compound matters for formulators seeking a versatile, biodegradable, and mild surfactant with excellent wetting, emulsifying, and solubilizing properties. It is particularly needed by manufacturers in the personal care, home care, agrochemical, and industrial cleaning sectors for creating high-performance, environmentally conscious formulations.

Application

• Personal Care Formulations: Acts as a primary or co-surfactant in shampoos, body washes, and facial cleansers for mildness and rich foam.
• Skin Care Products: Used in creams, lotions, and serums as an emulsifier and solubilizer for active ingredients, offering good skin compatibility.
• Home & Institutional Cleaners: Provides effective wetting and grease-cutting power in hard surface cleaners, degreasers, and floor care products.
• Agrochemical Adjuvants: Enhances the spreading, penetration, and efficacy of pesticides and herbicides in crop protection solutions.
• Industrial Emulsions: Serves as an emulsifier in the production of polymer emulsions, textile processing aids, and metalworking fluids.
• Solubilization Aid: Helps solubilize fragrances, oils, and other hydrophobic compounds in aqueous systems.

Basic Information

Product Name	Glycolic Acid Ethoxylate Octyl Ether, Average Mn Ca. 550
CAS No.	53563-70-5
Molecular Formula	Typically CnH2n+1O(C2H4O)mCH2COOH (n~8, m variable)
Molecular Weight	Average Mn ~550 g/mol
Synonyms	PEG-10 Glycolic Acid Octyl Ether; Octoxynol-10 Glycolic Acid; Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), α-(carboxymethyl)-ω-(octyloxy)-; Octyl Phenol Ethoxylate Glycolic Acid; Ethoxylated Octyl Alcohol Glycolate; Alkyl (C8) Ether Carboxylic Acid, Ethoxylated; AE-10C; Nonionic Surfactant with Carboxylate End Group
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Glycolic Acid Ethoxylate Octyl Ether is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous testing to ensure consistency in molecular weight distribution, acid value, pH, and appearance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting these parameters are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

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 and strong bases. Under these conditions, the product is stable for at least 24 months from the date of manufacture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance (25°C)	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Average Molecular Weight (Mn)	~550 g/mol
Acid Value	Contact for details
pH (1% aqueous solution)	Contact for details
Water Content	< 0.5% (Karl Fischer)

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