Description

Glycolic Acid Ethoxylate 4-Nonylphenyl Ether is a nonionic surfactant and emulsifier derived from the ethoxylation of nonylphenol with glycolic acid. This compound is valued for its excellent surface-active properties, including detergency, wetting, and emulsification in various demanding formulations. It is a critical intermediate and additive for industrial manufacturers in sectors such as agrochemicals, textiles, and specialty cleaning, where performance under a range of pH and temperature conditions is required.

Application

• Agrochemical Formulations: Acts as a key emulsifier and dispersant in pesticide and herbicide concentrates, enhancing stability and sprayability.
• Textile Processing: Used as a scouring, wetting, and leveling agent in dyeing and finishing operations to improve fiber penetration and color uniformity.
• Industrial & Institutional (I&I) Cleaners: Serves as a potent surfactant in heavy-duty degreasers, metal cleaners, and hard surface cleaners.
• Oilfield Chemicals: Employed in drilling muds and production chemicals as an emulsifier and viscosity modifier.
• Paints & Coatings: Functions as a dispersing agent for pigments and fillers, improving grind and final product stability.
• Leather Processing: Used in tanning and fatliquoring processes as an emulsifying and penetrating agent.
• Polymerization: Can be utilized as an emulsifier in emulsion polymerization processes for synthetic rubbers and plastics.

Basic Information

Product Name	Glycolic Acid Ethoxylate 4-Nonylphenyl Ether
CAS No.	53610-02-9
Molecular Formula	CnH2n+1C6H4O(CH2CH2O)mCH2COOH (Variable chain lengths)
Molecular Weight	Variable (dependent on degree of ethoxylation)
Synonyms	4-Nonylphenol ethoxylate glycolic acid ether; Polyoxyethylene (n) nonylphenyl ether glycolic acid; Nonylphenol Ethoxylate Carboxymethyl Ether; Nonylphenol EO adduct carboxylic acid; PEG-n nonyl phenyl ether carboxylic acid; Carboxymethylated nonylphenol ethoxylate; APE (Alkylphenol Ethoxylate) carboxylate; Glycolic acid ether of nonylphenol ethoxylate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Glycolic Acid Ethoxylate 4-Nonylphenyl Ether is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analysis to ensure consistent performance, including measurement of acid value, hydroxyl value, ethylene oxide content, and pH. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all relevant specifications are provided to guarantee traceability and compliance with your technical requirements.

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 oxidizers, strong acids, and strong bases. Under these conditions, the product is typically stable for 24 months from the date of manufacture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Pale yellow to amber viscous liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Acid Value (mg KOH/g)	Contact for details
Hydroxyl Value (mg KOH/g)	Contact for details
pH (1% solution)	Contact for details
Water Content (Karl Fischer)	≤ 1.0%

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