Isosteareth-2

Isosteareth-2 (CAS 52292-17-8) is a low-ethoxylate nonionic surfactant derived from isostearyl alcohol.

Where is Isosteareth-2 used?

• Personal care: emulsifier and wetting agent in creams, lotions and conditioning products
• Cosmetic formulations: stabilises water-in-oil and oil-in-water emulsions where a low HLB emulsifier is required
• Home care and industrial cleaning: improves substrate wetting and soil dispersion in hard surface cleaners and degreasers
• Textile processing: wetting and softening agent during fibre treatment and finishing
• Leather processing: supports uniform penetration of treatment liquids into hides
• It functions as an emulsifier and wetting agent in industrial formulations.

Commercial specifications

• Cosmetic-grade material meets purity requirements for leave-on and rinse-off products
• Bulk supply in drums and IBCs; smaller packaging for specialty formulators