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Surfactant N-60

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SUMMARY

Surfactant N-60 is a pale-yellow color liquid with a molecular weight of 396 g/mol. It is a nonionic surfactant. It is used in cleaners, degreasers, oilfield drilling, dispersant (petroleum oil), dry cleaning.

INDUSTRIES

  • Agriculture: Improves the dispersion and stability of pesticides, herbicides, and fertilizers for effective crop protection.
  • Healthcare & Pharmaceutical: Enhances solubility, emulsification, and stability in medicinal and hygiene formulations.
  • HI&I: Supports cleaning and sanitation products by improving wetting, foaming, and emulsifying performance.
  • Oil & Gas: Aids in dispersing additives and maintaining stability in fuels, lubricants, and industrial fluids.
  • Personal Care & Cosmetics: Provides emulsification, foaming, and texture enhancement in skincare, haircare, and cosmetic products.

APPLICATIONS

  • Insecticide Formulations: Enhances dispersion and stability of active ingredients for effective pest control.
  • Hair Treatment: Supports emulsification, conditioning, and texture in shampoos, conditioners, and other hair care products.
  • Cleaning & Sanitation: Improves wetting, foaming, and emulsifying properties for effective surface and equipment cleaning.
  • Degreasing Agents: Increases efficiency in removing oils, grease, and residues in industrial and household applications.
  • Bath & Body Care: Boosts foaming, cleansing, and texture in soaps, body washes, and personal care products.

MARKET SEGMENTS

  • Cleaning Chemicals: Enhances detergents, surface cleaners, and sanitation products with improved wetting, foaming, and emulsification.
  • Petroleum Products: Supports dispersion and stability of additives in fuels, lubricants, and industrial fluids.
  • Bath & Body: Provides foaming, cleansing, and emulsifying properties for soaps, body washes, and personal care products.
  • Agrochemicals: Improves spreading, adhesion, and stability of pesticides, herbicides, and fertilizers.
  • Cosmetics: Enhances texture, emulsification, and formulation stability in skincare, haircare, and beauty products.

FUNCTIONS

  • Emulsifier: Enables the stable mixing of immiscible liquids, such as oil and water, in formulations.
  • Dispersant: Promotes even distribution of solids, pigments, or additives in liquids to prevent settling and improve stability.
  • Surfactant: Reduces surface tension to enhance wetting, foaming, cleaning, and emulsification in various applications.