Surfactants & Detergents
Description of Surfactants & Detergents: surfactants are substances that lower surface tension. These Surface-Active Ingredients can reduce the surface tension between two liquids, between a liquid and a solid, or between a liquid and a gas. Surfactants have many functions, such as dispersing, emulsifying, degreasing, wetting or spreading. What all these functions have in common is that they work by having a long hydrophobic tail and a hydrophilic head, allowing surfactants to form micelles. The tails are very similar in most surfactants, they mainly differ in the hydrophilic head. This head can either be non-ionic, anionic, cationic or amphoteric. The capability of surfactants to form micelles, makes it possible to trap grease, oils and other water insoluble substances inside. This makes them the most common component used in personal care, cleaning and detergent formulations.
See also the blog series Surfactants part 1 - What is a surfactant and Surfactants part 2 - Types of surfactants and Surfactants part 3 - Surfactant subtypes and Surfactants part 4 - Natural Surfactants for a more in depth explanation about surfactants.
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Isooctyl Glucoside (D-Glucopyranose, oligomers, 2-ethylhexyl glycosides)
Isopropylamine Dodecylbenzene Sulphonate (Benzenesulfonic acid, 4-C10-13-sec-alkyl derivs., compds. with 2-propanamine)
Potassium Salt of monoester of ethoxylated phenol (Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), alpha-phenyl-omega-hydroxy-, phosphate, potassium salt)
2-ethylhexanol + 3EO Phosphate Ester (Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), alpha-phosphono-omega-(octyloxy)-)
2-ethylhexyl Imino Dipropionate - Potassium Salt in water (β-Alanine, N-C8-18-alkyl derivs., monopotassium salts)
Myristamine Oxide
Drums of 200 KG. One full pallet is 4 drums (800 KG). One 20ft container is 20 pallets (16 MT) IBCs of 950 KG. One 20ft container is 18 IBCs (17.1 MT)
A 30% aqueous solution, IngreNox M30 is an excellent ingredient in personal care and cleaning applications, which require foaming, foam stabilization and viscosity modification. In the cleaning market it’s used in liquid dish wash products as grease cutter, in surface cleaners, bleach products and laundry or fabric detergents. Stable in acidic and alkaline conditions it can be used in bleach products based on hydrogen peroxide and sodium hypochlorite. In personal care often formulated in bath and shower products and shampoos to boost foam and as viscosity modifier.
Cocamine Oxide
Drums of 200 KG. One full pallet is 4 drums (800 KG). One 20ft container is 20 pallets (16 MT) IBCs of 950 KG. One 20ft container is 18 IBCs (17.1 MT)
IngreNox CM is a nonionic surfactant that is preservative free. Stable in both acidic and alkaline formulations and over a wide pH range, this product is suitable for use in sodium hypochlorite and hydrogen peroxide-based bleach products. It's INCI name is Cocamine Oxide and it can be used in a wide range of personal care and cleaning products, from shaving cream and hair colorants to manual dish soap and all kind of surface cleaners.
Cocamidopropyl Amine Oxide
Drums of 200 KG. One full pallet is 4 drums (800 KG). One 20ft container is 20 pallets (16 MT) IBCs of 1000 KG. One 20ft container is 18 IBCs (18 MT)
IngreNox CP30 is a 30% aqueous solution of cocamidopropyl amine oxide. Broadly used in cosmetics, personal care and cleaning products, IngreNox CP30 is a mild, nonionic surfactant, efficient foam booster, stabilizer and viscosity modifier. Common applications include conditioning shampoos, foam baths, hair texturizers and liquid soaps of all kinds including manual dish soap. IngreNox is a very popular option for mild, low irritancy applications and is compatible with most surfactants.
Cocamidopropyl Amine Oxide
Drums of 200 KG. One full pallet is 4 drums (800 KG). One 20ft container is 20 pallets (16 MT) IBCs of 1000 KG. One 20ft container is 18 IBCs (18 MT)
IngreNox CP33, with an INCI name of Cocamidopropyl Amine Oxide, is a 33% active solution. It is frequently used in shampoos, conditioners, hair dyes and other hair products as well as a broad range of skin care applications. A cleansing agent, surfactant and foam booster, IngreNox CP33 is mild and a great choice for formulations for sensitive skin and low irritation applications.
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
Drums of 200 KG. One full pallet is 4 drums (800 KG). One 20ft container is 20 pallets (16 MT) IBCs of 1000 KG. One 20ft container is 18 IBCs (18 MT)
Betaine CP38 is around 25% more concentrated than typical grades of this material which makes it hostile to microbial growth, eliminating the need for a preservative. Betaine CP38 is a high active grade of cocamidopropyl betaine made from a low odour and low colour feedstock. It is stable and efficacious over a broad pH spectrum and is suitable for cationic and anionic surfactants, plus it is readily biodegradable. This self-preserving betaine is manufactured from hydrogenated coconut oil and is an amphoteric surfactant often used in applications like skin serums, skin/sun creams, skin toners, fabric detergents, and laundry detergents.
Sodium Cocoamphopropionate
Drums of 200 KG. One full pallet is 4 drums (800 KG). One 20ft container is 20 pallets (16 MT) IBCs of 1000 KG. One 20ft container is 18 IBCs (18 MT)
Dipropionate CA40 is a coco amphopropionate, sodium salt - 40% acqueous solution. It is used in personal care and industrial applications where a high foam with small bubble structure is desired. It is a salt free amphoteric surfactant, which produces high foaming that is appropriate for alkaline and acidic solutions containing nonionic surfactants. This product is also very popular in I&I cleaning, food manufacturing cleaning, household hard surface cleaning and vehicle cleaning.
Docusate sodium
Drums of 200 KG. One full pallet is 4 drums (800 KG). One 20ft container is 20 pallets (16 MT) IBCs of 1000 KG. One 20ft container is 18 IBCs (18 MT)
Ssucate DOM70 is an anionic surfactant that is compatible with other anionic and nonionic surfactants. When combined with nonionic surfactants, it can provide improved high temperature stability. Ssucate DOM70 is used in the formulation of a wide variety of products including personal care products and cleaning products for home and industrial use. It provides wetting, foaming, degreasing and dispersing properties.
Disodium Laureth Sulphosuccinate
Drums of 200 KG. One full pallet is 4 drums (800 KG). One 20ft container is 20 pallets (16 MT) IBCs of 1000 KG. One 20ft container is 18 IBCs (18 MT)
Preserved with Phenoxyethanol 0.9%, Ssucate DSL30 is a mild, nature-based anionic surfactant that is a clear, colorless liquid. When used in conjunction with SLES, a very dense foam is generated which can be ideal for luxurious bath, body and cleaning products. Since it is mild to the skin and reduces eye irritation, it can be used in gentle detergents and facial cleaners. Percent use ranges from 2-20% in a formula. Ssucate DSL30 can be adapted within a wide range of personal care and home care applications.
Hexyl Glucoside (Hexyl D-glucoside)
Drums of 220 KG. One full pallet is 4 drums (880 KG). One 20ft container is 20 pallets (17.6 MT) IBCs of 1100 KG. One 20ft container is 18 IBCs (19.8 MT)
Hexyl Glucoside75 is a 75% active content aqueous solution of Alkylpolyglucosides derived from natural C6 fatty alcohol. This nonionic surfactant is compatible with all types of surfactants and in particular exhibits dominant solubilizing features in high concentrations of surfactants in the presence of electrolytes. Hexyl Glucoside75 has excellent alkali stability and solubility, advanced wetting, low foaming and dispersing characteristics.
Isooctyl Glucoside (D-Glucopyranose, oligomers, 2-ethylhexyl glycosides)
Drums of 220 KG. One full pallet is 4 drums (880 KG). One 20ft container is 20 pallets (17.6 MT) IBCs of 1100 KG. One 20ft container is 18 IBCs (19.8 MT)
Isooctyl Glucoside60 is a nonionic surfactant that is highly compatible with all types of surfactants. It shows superior wetting properties in strong alkaline environments, and provides strong solubilizing capability in the presence of electrolytes. Isooctyl Glucoside60 can be used as an active in strong alkaline systems. This surfactant is also commonly used for household and institutional applications for hard surface cleaning, beverage bottle washing, and agents for mercerization of textiles.
Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside
Drums of 220 KG. One full pallet is 4 drums (880 KG). One 20ft container is 20 pallets (17.6 MT) IBCs of 1100 KG. One 20ft container is 18 IBCs (19.8 MT)
Ideal for foaming and cleaning products, Caprylyl-Capryl Glucoside50 is a 50% active in aqueous solution. It is a mild and readily biodegradable non-ionic surfactant. Caprylyl-Capryl Glucoside50 exhibits alkali stability and solubility and is compatible with all types of surfactants in personal care, household and industrial cleaning applications. This grade is also available with a 60% and 70% active content in aqueous solution, respectively Caprylyl-Capryl Glucoside60 and Caprylyl Glucoside70.
Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside
Drums of 220 KG. One full pallet is 4 drums (880 KG). One 20ft container is 20 pallets (17.6 MT) IBCs of 1100 KG. One 20ft container is 18 IBCs (19.8 MT)
Caprylyl-Capryl Glucoside60 is a glucose alkyl ether that contains 60% active in aqueous solution. This gentle surfactant is mild yet effective for solubilizing essential oils, fragrances and cationic surfactants. It is used in the formulations of personal care and home care products where foaming aromatherapy is desired. This ingredient is also used in blending carrier oils into products and combines well with other glucosides.
Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside
Drums of 220 KG. One full pallet is 4 drums (880 KG). One 20ft container is 20 pallets (17.6 MT) IBCs of 1100 KG. One 20ft container is 18 IBCs (19.8 MT)
Caprylyl-Capryl Glucoside70 contains 70% active in aqueous solution. By using this green ingredient in a formulation, you can increase the foaming capacity as well as foam density in the end application. Used frequently in skincare and haircare products, Caprylyl-Capryl Glucoside70 can also work as an emulsifier with essential oils.
Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside
Drums of 220 KG. One full pallet is 4 drums (880 KG). One 20ft container is 20 pallets (17.6 MT) IBCs of 1100 KG. One 20ft container is 18 IBCs (19.8 MT)
Caprylyl-Capryl Glucoside66 is a mild, solubilizing, non-ionic surfactant that contains 66% active in aqueous solution with a pH of 7.0-9.0. Caprylyl/Capryl glucoside is an easy surfactant to work. It mixes easily with other surfactants for formulating body washes, luxurious Shampoos and finds uses in neutral. caustic and acidic hard surface cleaners for homecare, institutional and industrial surface cleaners. Caprylyl-Capryl Glucoside66 blends well with Cocamidopropyl Betaine.
Isopropylamine Dodecylbenzene Sulphonate (Benzenesulfonic acid, 4-C10-13-sec-alkyl derivs., compds. with 2-propanamine)
Drums of 200 KG. One full pallet is 4 drums (800 KG). One 20ft container is 20 pallets (16 MT) IBCs of 1000 KG. One 20ft container is 18 IBCs (18 MT)
Isopropylamine DS can be an excellent emulsifying agent for organic solvents, waxes, mineral oils. An anionic surfactant compatible with other anionic and nonionic surfactants, Isopropylamine DS is especially suitable for the manufacture of emulsion degreasers and kerosene based hand cleaning gels and is also used in emulsifications of pesticides. It can be a dispersant in oil and water-based systems and used in dry cleaning, food paperboard, and textiles.
Cocamide DEA; Glycerin
Drums of 200 KG. One full pallet is 4 drums (800 KG). One 20ft container is 20 pallets (16 MT) IBCs of 1000 KG. One 20ft container is 18 IBCs (18 MT)
Cocamide DEA G is a nonionic surfactant widely used within the Personal Care, Household and Industrial and Institutional cleaning products. It is very effective for foam boosting, stabilizing and viscosity modifying purposes when used with ether sulphates and other anionic surfactants in liquid formulations. Cocamide DEA G is a popular solubilizing agent for perfumes and essential oils.
Decylamine Oxide
Drums of 200 KG. One full pallet is 4 drums (800 KG). One 20ft container is 20 pallets (16 MT) IBCs of 1000 KG. One 20ft container is 18 IBCs (18 MT)
IngreNox D30 is a nonionic surfactant that demonstrates synergistic features when formulated into anionic and nonionic surfactant systems. Stable in acidic or alkaline conditions, IngreNox D30 can be formulated into high alkaline cleaners, acid cleaners and hard surface cleaners. IngreNox D30 provides detergency with low to moderate foaming properties.
Decylamine Oxide
Drums of 200 KG. One full pallet is 4 drums (800 KG). One 20ft container is 20 pallets (16 MT) IBCs of 1000 KG. One 20ft container is 18 IBCs (18 MT)
Ingrenox D40, also known as Decylamine Oxide, is a 40% active non-ionic surfactant that is used in shampoos, facial masks, detergents, dish soaps, vehicle & boat cleaners and other home cleaning products for enhancing foam and stabilizing acidic and alkaline formulas. Known for its viscosity building properties, this ingredient is also known to remove soap scum easily. It aids in removing dirt and deposits by surrounding dirt particles to loosen them from surfaces.
Lauramine Oxide; Myristamine Oxide
Drums of 200 KG. One full pallet is 4 drums (800 KG). One 20ft container is 20 pallets (16 MT) IBCs of 1000 KG. One 20ft container is 18 IBCs (18 MT)
IngreNox LM24 is a nonionic surfactant that provides viscosity control, foam boosting and excellent grease cutting. IngreNox LM24 is suitable for use in both sodium hypochlorite and hydrogen peroxide-based bleach products. IngreNox LM24 has excellent foaming properties, is mild for sensitive skin, and is compatible with most surfactants. It is used widely in the personal care, home care, and industrial markets including the industrial cleaning of abattoirs and food manufacturing facilities.
Lauramine Oxide; Myristamine Oxide
Drums of 200 KG. One full pallet is 4 drums (800 KG). One 20ft container is 20 pallets (16 MT) IBCs of 1000 KG. One 20ft container is 18 IBCs (18 MT)
IngreNox LM30, INCI name Lauramine Oxide and Myristamine Oxide, is a 30% active solution. Used in shampoos, and other hair products, soaps and body washes, this ingredient is good for mild formulations. Sometimes used for color protection products for colored hair, to enhance foam, build viscosity and as an emulsifier, IngreNox LM30 is a versatile non-ionic surfactant in neutral and alkaline conditions and a cationic surfactant in acidic pH.
Potassium Salt of monoester of ethoxylated phenol (Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), alpha-phenyl-omega-hydroxy-, phosphate, potassium salt)
Drums of 200 KG. One full pallet is 4 drums (800 KG). One 20ft container is 20 pallets (16 MT) IBCs of 1000 KG. One 20ft container is 18 IBCs (18 MT)
PhosEster PS P4 is an Anionic Phosphate Ester. It is compatible within alkaline systems and can withstand high temperatures. Can be used in corrosion inhibitors, extreme pressure additives and emulsifications. It provides good stability in acidic and alkaline solutions and is compatible with anionic and non-ionic surfactants. Used as a hydrotrope for highly built systems, it is recommended to solubilize low foam surfactants in this formulation type.
Phenol + 4EO Phosphate Ester (Phenol, ethoxylated, phosphated)
Drums of 250 KG. One full pallet is 4 drums (1000 KG). One 20ft container is 20 pallets (20 MT) IBCs of 1200 KG. One 20ft container is 18 IBCs (21.6 MT)
PhosEster Ph 4EO is an acidic version of PhosEster PS P4. It is used in alkaline and acidic systems and will withstand high temperature applications. It is particularly recommended for solubilization of low foam surfactants. It is also anionic and therefore very suitable with anionic and also nonionic surfactants.
2-ethylhexanol + 3EO Phosphate Ester (Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), alpha-phosphono-omega-(octyloxy)-)
Drums of 200 KG. One full pallet is 4 drums (800 KG). One 20ft container is 20 pallets (16 MT) IBCs of 1000 KG. One 20ft container is 18 IBCs (18 MT)
PhosEster 2EH 3EO is used across a wide array of industries. It is a phosphorous pentoxide phosphated alcohol ethoxylate and an anionic surfactant. PhosEster 2EH 3EO can be used in Industrial Cleaning as detergent. Popular other usages of this material include corrosion inhibition in cutting oils for metal treatment and anti-static agents in textile related products. A major strength of this material is the ability to be used over a broad pH spectrum and has high corrosion inhibition features and low foaming properties.
2-ethylhexyl Imino Dipropionate - Potassium Salt in water (β-Alanine, N-C8-18-alkyl derivs., monopotassium salts)
Drums of 225 KG. One full pallet is 4 drums (900 KG). One 20ft container is 20 pallets (18 MT) IBCs of 1000 KG. One 20ft container is 18 IBCs (18 MT)
Conventional amphoteric surfactants can contain up to 7% salt, whereas Dipropionate 2EI70 is salt free and will help to avoid damage to metal vessels and equipment. This low foaming, hydrotropic ingredient is an amphoteric dipropionate surfactant. Amphoteric surfactants will act like anionic surfactants in alkaline solutions and like cationic surfactants in acidic conditions. Dipropionate 2EI70 is a clear amber colored liquid with a shelf life of 2 years. It’s mainly used in HI&I surface cleaner formulations
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