Description

Alcohols, C12-15, Ethoxylated Propoxylated is a versatile nonionic surfactant belonging to the class of alkoxylated fatty alcohols. This compound is engineered to provide superior wetting, emulsification, and detergency properties, making it a critical performance additive in numerous industrial formulations. It is essential for manufacturers in the agrochemical, textile, personal care, and industrial cleaning sectors seeking to enhance product efficacy and stability.

Application

• Agrochemical Formulations: Acts as a key wetting agent, emulsifier, and dispersant in pesticide and herbicide concentrates.
• Industrial & Institutional (I&I) Cleaners: Provides excellent detergency and grease removal in heavy-duty degreasers and hard surface cleaners.
• Textile Processing: Used as a scouring agent, dye leveler, and finishing aid to improve fabric processing and quality.
• Personal Care & Cosmetics: Functions as an emulsifier and solubilizer in creams, lotions, and hair care products.
• Metal Working Fluids: Serves as an emulsifier and lubricity agent in cutting oils and coolants.
• Paints & Coatings: Aids in pigment dispersion and stabilizes emulsion systems in water-based formulations.
• Oilfield Chemicals: Utilized in drilling muds and production chemicals for emulsification and demulsification processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	Alcohols, C12-15, Ethoxylated Propoxylated
CAS No.	68551-13-3
Molecular Formula	Mixture (CnH2n+1O(C2H4O)x(C3H6O)yH)
Molecular Weight	Variable (Contact for details)
Synonyms	C12-15 Alcohols, ethoxylated, propoxylated; Fatty alcohols, C12-15, ethoxylated propoxylated; Polyoxyethylene polyoxypropylene C12-15 alcohols; Alkoxylated C12-15 fatty alcohol; Nonionic surfactant C12-15 EO/PO; POE/POF C12-15 fatty alcohol; Ethylene oxide-propylene oxide copolymer with C12-15 alcohols
EINECS	271-419-6

Quality Control

Our Alcohols, C12-15, Ethoxylated Propoxylated is produced under a stringent quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure consistent performance and compliance with industry standards, including parameters for hydroxyl value, cloud point, and pH. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting full specifications are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at ambient temperatures (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents. For long-term storage, consider using under an inert atmosphere to prevent oxidation.

Specification

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

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