Description

C12-18 Alkyl Alcohol Ethoxylate is a versatile non-ionic surfactant derived from the ethoxylation of a blend of C12 to C18 fatty alcohols. This compound is valued for its excellent wetting, emulsifying, and dispersing properties, making it a critical component in formulating high-performance industrial and consumer products. It is essential for manufacturers in the detergents, textiles, agrochemicals, and personal care industries seeking reliable and effective surface-active agents.

Application

• Detergent & Cleaning Formulations: Primary surfactant in liquid laundry detergents, hard surface cleaners, and industrial degreasers for superior grease removal and foam control.
• Textile Processing: Used as a wetting agent, scouring aid, and emulsifier in fiber preparation, dyeing, and finishing baths.
• Agrochemical Adjuvants: Acts as a key component in pesticide and herbicide formulations to enhance spreading, wetting, and penetration on plant surfaces.
• Personal Care & Cosmetics: Serves as an emulsifier and solubilizer in creams, lotions, and hair care products for stable and mild formulations.
• Industrial Emulsions: Facilitates the production and stabilization of oil-in-water (O/W) emulsions for lubricants, metalworking fluids, and polymer processing.
• Pulp & Paper Industry: Employed as a dispersant and deinking agent in paper recycling and pulp washing processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	C12-18 Alkyl Alcohol Ethoxylate
CAS No.	96023-99-3
Molecular Formula	CnH2n+1(OCH2CH2)mOH (n=12-18)
Molecular Weight	Variable, based on ethoxylation degree (m)
Synonyms	Alcohols, C12-18, ethoxylated; Polyoxyethylene C12-18 alkyl ether; C12-18 Fatty Alcohol Ethoxylate; AE (Alcohol Ethoxylate); Lauryl-Stearyl Alcohol Ethoxylate; Nonionic Surfactant C12-18; Alkyl Polyglycol Ether; Polyethylene glycol C12-18 alkyl ether
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Quality Control

Our C12-18 Alkyl Alcohol Ethoxylate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous testing for critical parameters including hydroxyl value, cloud point, pH, and moisture content to ensure consistent performance and compliance with industry specifications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting these results are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at ambient temperatures (typically 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 or paste
Hydroxyl Value (mg KOH/g)	As per grade (e.g., 80-120)
Cloud Point (1% aq. sol.)	As per ethoxylation degree
pH (1% solution)	5.0 - 7.0
Moisture Content	≤ 0.5%
Ethylene Oxide Content (EO moles)	Variable (e.g., 3, 5, 7, 9, etc.)

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