Description

Plurafac Ra 40 is a high-performance, nonionic surfactant belonging to the alcohol alkoxylate family. This versatile chemical is engineered to deliver superior wetting, emulsification, and detergency properties in demanding industrial formulations. It is an essential component for manufacturers in the agrochemical, industrial & institutional cleaning, and textile processing sectors seeking reliable and effective surface-active performance.

Application

• Agrochemical Formulations: Acts as a key wetting agent, emulsifier, and dispersant in pesticide and herbicide concentrates, improving spray coverage and system stability.
• Industrial & Institutional (I&I) Cleaners: Provides powerful detergency and degreasing in heavy-duty floor cleaners, metal cleaners, and truck wash formulations.
• Textile Processing: Used as a scouring agent, dye leveling agent, and wetting agent in various textile pretreatment and finishing processes.
• Emulsion Polymerization: Serves as an effective emulsifier and stabilizer in the production of acrylic, vinyl acetate, and other polymer emulsions.
• Pulp and Paper Industry: Functions as a de-inking agent and dispersant in paper recycling and pulp processing operations.
• Metal Working Fluids: Incorporated into synthetic and semi-synthetic coolants and drawing compounds for its emulsifying and lubricity properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Plurafac Ra 40
CAS No.	56590-81-9
Molecular Formula	Contact for details
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	Alcohols, C12-15, ethoxylated; C12-15 Alcohol Ethoxylate; Fatty Alcohol Ethoxylate (C12-15); Polyoxyethylene C12-15 Alkyl Ether; Nonylphenol Ethoxylate Alternative; RA 40; Plurafac RA 40
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Plurafac Ra 40 is manufactured under a stringent quality management system. Each batch is tested against critical parameters to ensure consistent performance and meets the specifications required for industrial applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing assay, cloud point, pH, and moisture content is provided with every shipment to guarantee supply reliability and product integrity.

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. Under recommended storage conditions, the product remains stable for an extended period.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay	≥ 99.0%
Cloud Point (1% aq.)	40 - 50 °C
pH (1% solution)	5.0 - 7.0
Moisture (KF)	≤ 0.5 %

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