Description

Polyoxyethylene 5 Stearyl Ether is a non-ionic surfactant belonging to the polyoxyethylene alkyl ether (Brij) family. This versatile compound is valued for its emulsifying, solubilizing, and wetting properties, making it a critical additive in formulations requiring stable oil-in-water emulsions. It is widely utilized across the cosmetics, pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and industrial cleaning sectors.

Application

• Cosmetics & Personal Care: Acts as a primary emulsifier and solubilizer in creams, lotions, ointments, and hair care products.
• Pharmaceuticals: Used in topical drug delivery systems, ointment bases, and as an excipient to enhance drug solubility.
• Agrochemicals: Serves as an emulsifier and wetting agent in pesticide and herbicide formulations to improve spray coverage and efficacy.
• Industrial & Institutional Cleaning: Functions as a key surfactant in detergent blends, degreasers, and hard surface cleaners.
• Textile Processing: Employed as a lubricant, softener, and leveling agent in fiber treatment and dyeing processes.
• Paints & Coatings: Used as a dispersing agent and flow improver in water-based emulsion paints.

Basic Information

Product Name	Polyoxyethylene 5 Stearyl Ether
CAS No.	71093-13-5
Molecular Formula	C28H58O6
Molecular Weight	490.8 g/mol
Synonyms	Steareth-5; Polyoxyethylene (5) stearyl ether; Brij 72; PEG-5 stearyl ether; α-Hydro-ω-hydroxy-poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl) C16-18-alkyl ethers; Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), α-hydro-ω-hydroxy-, ether with octadecanol (5 mol EO average molar ratio); Octadecyl alcohol, ethoxylated (5 EO)
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Quality Control

Our Polyoxyethylene 5 Stearyl Ether is manufactured under a stringent quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure consistency and compliance with relevant industry standards. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, physical parameters, and identity confirmation is provided with every shipment.

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.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white waxy solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Hydroxyl Value	90 - 110 mg KOH/g
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
pH (5% solution)	5.0 - 7.0
Melting Point	30 - 40 °C

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