Description

Alcohols, C12-20, Ethoxylated is a nonionic surfactant belonging to the class of fatty alcohol ethoxylates. This versatile chemical is valued for its excellent emulsifying, wetting, and dispersing properties in aqueous systems. It is a critical raw material for formulators in the industrial cleaning, textile processing, agrochemical, and personal care industries, where consistent performance and supply reliability are paramount.

Application

• Industrial & Institutional (I&I) Cleaners: A key component in heavy-duty degreasers, metal cleaners, and floor care formulations for its superior emulsification of oils and fats.
• Textile Processing: Used as a scouring, wetting, and leveling agent in dyeing and finishing operations to ensure uniform color and fabric quality.
• Agrochemical Formulations: Acts as an effective emulsifier and dispersant in pesticide and herbicide concentrates, enhancing spray performance and active ingredient stability.
• Personal Care & Cosmetics: Serves as a mild surfactant and emulsifier in products like shampoos, liquid soaps, and creams, valued for its skin compatibility.
• Paints & Coatings: Functions as a pigment wetting and grinding aid, improving dispersion stability and color development in water-based systems.
• Pulp & Paper Industry: Employed in pulping and de-inking processes as a dispersant and detergent to improve efficiency and paper quality.

Basic Information

Product Name	Alcohols, C12-20, Ethoxylated
CAS No.	68526-94-3
Molecular Formula	Mixture (CnH2n+1(OCH2CH2)mOH, n=12-20)
Molecular Weight	Variable (Depends on Ethylene Oxide moles)
Synonyms	C12-20 Alcohols, ethoxylated; Fatty alcohol (C12-20) ethoxylate; Polyoxyethylene C12-20 alkyl ether; Alkyl (C12-20) polyglycol ether; AE (C12-20); Lauryl-cetyl alcohol ethoxylate; Nonionic surfactant based on C12-20 fatty alcohol; (Oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), α-C12-20-alkyl-ω-hydroxy-
EINECS	271-084-6

Quality Control

Our Alcohols, C12-20, Ethoxylated is manufactured under a stringent quality management system. Each batch is tested against critical parameters including hydroxyl value, cloud point, and ethylene oxide content to ensure consistent performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting purity, physical properties, and conformance to agreed specifications are provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at ambient temperatures (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents. Under these conditions, the product has excellent shelf stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance (25°C)	Colorless to pale yellow liquid / paste
Hydroxyl Value (mg KOH/g)	Contact for details
Cloud Point (1% aq. sol.)	Contact for details
pH (5% solution)	5.0 - 7.0
Water Content	≤ 0.5%
Ethylene Oxide Content	Contact for details

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