Alcohols, C11-15-secondary, ethoxylated

Alcohols, C11-15-secondary, ethoxylated, identified by CAS 68131-40-8, is a nonionic surfactant derived from secondary mid-chain alcohols reacted with ethylene oxide. It delivers effective wetting, emulsification, and detergency across a broad range of industrial and consumer formulations.

In household and institutional cleaning, it functions as the primary surfactant in hard surface cleaners, laundry detergents, and degreasers. It cuts through oils and soils while remaining compatible with other ionic surfactants.

Textile processors use it as a scouring and wetting agent to ensure uniform dye penetration and fiber preparation. In agricultural formulations, it acts as an emulsifier and dispersant in herbicide and pesticide concentrates.

This improves active ingredient delivery to target surfaces. Personal care formulators incorporate it into rinse-off products where controlled foam and emulsification are required without heavy residue.

This product is supplied as a liquid or paste depending on the degree of ethoxylation. Standard commercial grades are available at varying ethylene oxide chain lengths, commonly EO 3 to EO 12.

This variety allows formulators to tune the HLB value for specific applications. Both technical-grade and formulation-grade material are available for various industrial requirements.

Technical grade is the most common supply form for industrial end uses. It remains a versatile choice for manufacturers seeking high-performance nonionic surfactants for diverse chemical applications.