Polyethylene glycol decyl ether

Polyethylene glycol decyl ether (CAS 26183-52-8), also known commercially as 2-(Decyloxy)ethanol, is a nonionic surfactant and solvent.

Where is Polyethylene glycol decyl ether used?

• Personal care: emulsifier and solubilizer that stabilizes oil-in-water systems in rinse-off and leave-on products
• Textile and leather: scouring and degreasing agent that removes oils and sizing agents from fiber surfaces
• Industrial and institutional cleaning: degreasing performance and compatibility with other surfactant blends
• Paper processing: foam-control additive
• It functions as an emulsifier, foam modifier, and dispersing agent in formulated systems.

Good to know: Buyers should confirm ethylene oxide chain length and purity specifications directly with suppliers, as these parameters affect performance across end-use applications.

Commercial specifications

• Personal care-grade material available where formulation purity requirements apply