Description

Polyoxyethylene Lauryl Ether is a non-ionic surfactant belonging to the alcohol ethoxylate family, widely recognized for its excellent emulsifying, wetting, and dispersing properties. Its balanced hydrophilic-lipophilic character makes it a versatile and effective ingredient in numerous industrial formulations. This compound is essential for manufacturers in the personal care, textile, agrochemical, and industrial cleaning sectors seeking reliable performance and formulation stability.

Application

• Personal Care & Cosmetics: Primary emulsifier and solubilizer in creams, lotions, shampoos, and bath products.
• Industrial & Institutional (I&I) Cleaning: Key surfactant in heavy-duty degreasers, floor cleaners, and detergent formulations for its grease-cutting power.
• Textile Processing: Used as a wetting agent, scouring aid, and dye leveling agent in fiber treatment and dyeing baths.
• Agrochemicals: Acts as an emulsifier and spreader in pesticide and herbicide formulations to enhance coverage and efficacy.
• Metal Working Fluids: Serves as an emulsifier in soluble oils and coolants to stabilize oil-in-water emulsions.
• Paints & Coatings: Functions as a dispersing agent for pigments and fillers to prevent agglomeration and ensure smooth application.
• Paper & Pulp Industry: Employed as a de-inking agent and dispersant in pulp processing and recycling operations.
• Pharmaceuticals: Used as an excipient in topical formulations for its emulsifying and solubilizing properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Polyoxyethylene Lauryl Ether
CAS No.	9002-92-0
Molecular Formula	CnH2n+1(OCH2CH2)mOH (n=12, m variable)
Molecular Weight	Variable, based on ethylene oxide (EO) units
Synonyms	Lauryl Alcohol Ethoxylate; Polyethylene Glycol Lauryl Ether; PEG Lauryl Ether; Laureth (with EO number, e.g., Laureth-4, Laureth-23); Brij L4; Brij 35; AEO (Alcohol Ethoxylate); Polyoxyethylene Dodecyl Ether; Dodecyl Polyethylene Glycol Ether; Nonionic Surfactant LAE
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Quality Control

Our Polyoxyethylene Lauryl Ether is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure consistency in parameters such as hydroxyl value, cloud point, pH, and moisture content. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring traceability and reliability, including those adhering to GMP guidelines where applicable.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which can affect product performance. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance (25°C)	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or soft solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (by EO Content)	As per grade (e.g., Laureth-4, Laureth-23)
Hydroxyl Value (mg KOH/g)	Grade-specific
Cloud Point (1% aq. sol.)	Grade-specific
pH (5% solution)	5.0 - 7.0
Moisture (Karl Fischer)	≤ 1.0%

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