Description

Polyoxyethylene Aryl Ether is a versatile nonionic surfactant belonging to the alkylphenol ethoxylate family. This compound is valued for its excellent emulsifying, wetting, and dispersing properties in a wide range of industrial formulations. It is a critical component for manufacturers in sectors requiring stable emulsions and effective surface activity. Key industries include agrochemicals, textiles, paints & coatings, and industrial cleaning.

Application

• Agrochemical Formulations: Acts as a key emulsifier and wetting agent in pesticide and herbicide concentrates.
• Textile Processing: Used as a scouring, leveling, and dyeing assistant for synthetic and natural fibers.
• Industrial & Institutional (I&I) Cleaners: Serves as a primary surfactant in heavy-duty degreasers and detergent formulations.
• Paints & Coatings: Functions as a pigment dispersant and grinding aid to improve color development and stability.
• Metal Working Fluids: Employed as an emulsifier in soluble oils and synthetic coolants.
• Paper & Pulp Industry: Used in de-inking processes and as a dispersant for coatings.
• Oilfield Chemicals: Applied in drilling muds and emulsion breakers.
• Leather Processing: Acts as a fatliquoring and wetting agent.

Basic Information

Product Name	Polyoxyethylene Aryl Ether
CAS No.	9041-09-2
Molecular Formula	Typically CnH2n+1C6H4(OCH2CH2)mOH (variable chain lengths)
Molecular Weight	Variable, depends on ethylene oxide (EO) units
Synonyms	Alkylphenol Ethoxylate (APE); Nonylphenol Ethoxylate (NPE); Octylphenol Ethoxylate (OPE); Polyoxyethylene Alkylphenyl Ether; APEO; Nonionic Surfactant APE; Triton™ X-series (e.g., X-100, X-114); Igepal™ CO-series; Tergitol™ NP-series; Polyethylene Glycol Alkylphenyl Ether
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Polyoxyethylene Aryl Ether is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure consistency in critical parameters such as ethylene oxide content, hydroxyl value, and cloud point. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting purity, physical properties, and conformance to agreed specifications are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C/59-77°F). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents. For long-term storage, consider using under an inert atmosphere to prevent oxidation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow viscous liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (EO Content)	As per customer grade requirement
Hydroxyl Value (mg KOH/g)	As per customer grade requirement
Cloud Point (°C, 1% aq.)	As per customer grade requirement
pH (5% solution)	5.0 - 7.0
Moisture (KF)	≤ 1.0%

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