Surfactants
REACH
Tetraethylene glycol monododecyl ether
CAS Number
5274-68-0
EC Number
226-097-1
What is Tetraethylene glycol monododecyl ether?
Tetraethylene glycol monododecyl ether (CAS 5274-68-0), also known as tetraethylene glycol monolauryl ether, is a nonionic surfactant combining a C12 alkyl chain with a four-unit ethylene oxide head group.
Where is Tetraethylene glycol monododecyl ether used?
- Personal care: emulsifier for oil-in-water systems and solubilizer of active ingredients in cleansers, conditioners and skin-care products
- Textile and leather processing: wetting and scouring agent improving dye penetration and substrate uniformity
- Pharmaceuticals: solubilizing carrier for poorly water-soluble actives in topical and liquid formulations
- Industrial cleaning: degreasing and dispersing action in hard-surface and equipment cleaning concentrates
- It functions as an emulsifier, dispersant and solvent carrier in industrial and personal care manufacturing.
Commercial specifications
- Technical grade standard; higher-purity grades for pharmaceutical and personal care requirements
- Packaging from drums to intermediate bulk containers
Other Names (Synonyms)
3,6,9,12-Tetraoxatetracosan-1-ol|Tetra(oxydiethanol) monodecyl ether|Tetraethylene glycol monolauryl ether|Lauryl alcohol tri(oxyethylene) ethanol|Tetraoxyethylene glycol monododecyl ether|Dodecyl tetraethylene glycol ether|RefChem:1066059|Ethanol, 2[[2-(dodecyloxy)ethoxy]ethoxyethoxy]-
What are the physical properties of Tetraethylene glycol monododecyl ether?
Melting Point 18.6-19.0 °C
Boiling Point 180-185 °C @ Press: 1 Torr
Density 0.952 g/cm³ @ Temp: 20 °C
Flash Point >230 °F
Appearance white solid or colourless liquid
Color Colorless to light yellow
Odor Mild alcoholic
Form Liquid
Refractive Index n 20/D 1.453
Log P 4.204 (est)
How is Tetraethylene glycol monododecyl ether classified and handled safely? Learn More
Warning
GHS07· Irritant GHS09· Environmental Hazard GHS05· Corrosive
Hazard Statements
H302 Harmful if swallowed
H315 Causes skin irritation
H318 Causes serious eye damage
H319 Causes serious eye irritation
Precautionary Statements
P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
P264 Wash … thoroughly after handling.
P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
Which trade and regulatory codes apply to Tetraethylene glycol monododecyl ether?
HS Code 34029000
UN Number 3082
ADR Class 9
Packing Group III
Storage Class 10 - Combustible liquids
WGK (Germany) 2