Emulsifier AEO Series (Alcohol Ethoxylates)
- CAS No.3055-93-4
- GradeIndustrial / Pharmaceutical
- Availability● In Stock
High-performance Alcohol Ethoxylates emulsifier series suitable for industrial cleaning, textile processing, and cosmetic formulations with excellent wetting properties.
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Product Overview
The Emulsifier AEO Series represents a versatile range of nonionic surfactants derived from the ethoxylation of fatty alcohols. These compounds are essential functional ingredients in modern chemical formulations, offering a broad spectrum of hydrophilic-lipophilic balance (HLB) values. By varying the number of ethylene oxide units, the series provides tailored solutions ranging from oil-soluble emulsifiers to water-soluble wetting agents. This adaptability makes the AEO series a cornerstone in industries requiring stable emulsification, effective detergency, and superior dispersion capabilities.
Technical Characteristics
Chemically, these alcohol ethoxylates exhibit excellent stability across a wide pH range and demonstrate robust performance in the presence of electrolytes and hard water. The lower ethoxylate variants, specifically ranging from AEO-3 through AEO-5, demonstrate superior solubility profiles in organic phases and polar solvents, making them ideal for water-in-oil emulsion systems. Conversely, mid-range members such as AEO-7 and AEO-9 exhibit heightened hydrophilicity, ensuring rapid dissolution in aqueous systems. The higher molecular weight grades, including AEO-15 to AEO-23, transition into paste or solid forms, providing exceptional leveling and antistatic properties for specialized industrial applications.
Specifications
| Specification | Appearance (25℃) | Color Pt-Co | Cloud Point °C | Hydroxyl Value mgKOH/g | Moisture (%) | pH Value (1%) | HLB Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AEO-3 | Colorless transparent liquid | ≤20 | — | 170～180 | ≤1.0 | 5.0～7.0 | 6 to 7 |
| AEO-4 | Colorless transparent liquid | ≤20 | — | 150～160 | ≤1.0 | 5.0～7.0 | 9 to 10 |
| AEO-5 | Colorless transparent liquid | ≤20 | — | 130～140 | ≤1.0 | 5.0～7.0 | 10～11 |
| AEO-7 | Colorless transparent liquid | ≤20 | 50～70 | — | ≤1.0 | 5.0～7.0 | 12～13 |
| AEO-9 | Milky white paste | ≤20 | 70～95 | — | ≤1.0 | 5.0～7.0 | 13～14 |
| AEO-15 | Milky white paste | ≤20 | 80～88 | — | ≤1.0 | 5.0～7.0 | 15～16 |
| AEO-20 | Milky white solid | ≤20 | 89～93 | — | ≤1.0 | 5.0～7.0 | 16～17 |
| AEO-23 | Milky white solid | ≤20 | >100 | 43—49 | ≤1.0 | 5.0～7.0 | 17～18 |
Industrial Applications
The versatility of this series supports diverse manufacturing sectors. In the detergent industry, AEO-3 serves as a critical raw material for producing Alcohol Ether Sulfates (AES), while AEO-7 and AEO-9 function as primary active ingredients in liquid detergents and wool scouring agents due to their exceptional degreasing capabilities. The textile industry utilizes higher grades like AEO-20 as leveling agents during dyeing processes, ensuring uniform color distribution and enhanced fastness. Furthermore, the cosmetic and pharmaceutical sectors employ these emulsifiers for stabilizing ointments and creams, leveraging their non-irritating profile. Additional applications include metal cleaning, glass fiber spinning oils, and as solubilizers for essential oils in various formulations.
Safety and Logistics
From a safety perspective, the AEO series is classified as non-toxic and non-flammable, allowing for storage and transportation under general chemical regulations. Products are packaged in 200-kilogram steel drums or 50-kilogram plastic containers to ensure integrity during transit. Recommended storage conditions involve maintaining a dry and well-ventilated environment, which preserves product quality for a shelf life of up to two years. Our manufacturing process adheres to strict quality control standards, ensuring consistency with international benchmarks such as the Brij series equivalents.
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