Alcohols, C11-15-secondary, ethoxylated

Alcohols, C11-15-secondary, ethoxylated (CAS 68131-40-8) is a nonionic surfactant derived from secondary mid-chain alcohols reacted with ethylene oxide.

Where is Alcohols, C11-15-secondary, ethoxylated used?

• Household and institutional cleaning: primary surfactant in hard surface cleaners, laundry detergents and degreasers
• Textile processing: scouring and wetting agent for uniform dye penetration and fiber preparation
• Agricultural formulations: emulsifier and dispersant in herbicide and pesticide concentrates
• Personal care: rinse-off products needing controlled foam and emulsification without heavy residue
• It cuts through oils and soils while remaining compatible with other ionic surfactants.

Commercial specifications

• Commercial grades at ethylene oxide chain lengths commonly EO 3 to EO 12