Lauryl Alcohol Ethoxylate-7 EO

Product introduction:

Lauryl Alcohol Ethoxylate-7 EO (LAE 7-EO) is a nonionic surfactant based on fatty alcohol, produced through the ethoxylation of lauryl alcohol with 7 moles of ethylene oxide. It is supplied as a clear to slightly hazy liquid, colorless to pale yellow in appearance, with moderate viscosity and a mild odor.

Features & Benefits:

Nonionic surfactant with a medium HLB value, suitable for oil-in-water systems
Emulsifier
Wetting and cleansing agent
Compatible with anionic, cationic, and amphoteric surfactants
Moderate and stable foaming performance
High stability over a wide pH range
Soluble in water and polar solvents
Good biodegradability

Applications:

Cosmetics & Personal Care:Used as an emulsifier and stabilizer in shampoos, hair conditioners, creams, lotions, and other skin and hair care products.
Detergent Industry:Used as a nonionic surfactant, emulsifier, and cleansing agent in dishwashing liquids, liquid detergents, multipurpose cleaners, and other household cleaning products.
Agriculture:Used as an emulsifier in pesticide, herbicide, and liquid fertilizer formulations.
Textile & Dyeing Industry:Used as a wetting agent, detergent, and emulsifier in textile preparation and fiber dyeing processes. It also assists in uniform dye penetration and removal of natural oils and waxes from fibers.
Paint & Resin Industry:Used as a dispersing agent and emulsifier to improve pigment stability and uniformity in paint and coating formulations.
Lubricants & Metalworking: Used as an emulsifier and wetting agent in lubricants, metal cutting oils, and metalworking fluids, helping improve the stability of oil-in-water emulsions.