SURFACTANTS

C16-18 Fatty Alcohol Ethoxylate 20EO

CAS 68439-49-6

Laundry Detergent · Industrial Cleaning · Cosmetic Emulsifier

At a glance
Hydroxyl value (mg KOH/g)
48 – 54
Water content (%)
max 1,0
Cloud point [1% NaCl 10%] (°C)
74 – 80
pH [5% solution]
5,0 – 7,0

Technical Specifications

ParameterValueMethod / unit
AppearanceWhite/cream solid in flake formVisual
Hydroxyl value (mg KOH/g)48 – 54ISO 4629 · mg KOH/g
Water content (%)max 1,0ISO 760 · %
Cloud point [1% NaCl 10%] (°C)74 – 80ISO 1065 · %
pH [5% solution]5,0 – 7,0ISO 4316 · %

Detailed application areas

Emulsifier for O/W cosmetic emulsions (cream, lotion, hair care products) · Wetting agent and dispersant in personal care products · Detergent and cleaning product formulations · Auxiliary chemicals for textile and leather processing · Emulsifier in agrochemical formulations · Industrial process chemicals

Use Cases

  • Laundry Detergent
  • Industrial Cleaning
  • Cosmetic Emulsifier
  • Textile and Leather Processing
  • Agrochemical Emulsifier
  • Personal Care Products

Packaging & storage

Packaging

25 kg bag (500 kg per pallet). Alternative packaging options are available on request.

Storage

Please keep in original sealed packaging in a cool, dry environment, away from moisture and direct sunlight. Recommended storage temperature: 15-25 degrees C.

Shelf Life

24 months

Documents

Technical data sheet (TDS)

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Safety & lot documents

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Regulatory and compliance

KKDİK registered (Türkiye)

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Product Information

C16-18 Fatty Alcohol Ethoxylate 20EO (C16-C18 yağlı alkol + 20 EO) is an industrial product in the surfactants category, used in Laundry Detergent, Industrial Cleaning. Typical specifications: Appearance: White/cream solid in flake form; Hydroxyl value (mg KOH/g) 48–54; Water content (%) 1,0. KORKİMYA supplies C16-18 Fatty Alcohol Ethoxylate 20EO in 25 kg bag (500 kg per pallet). Alternative packaging options are available on request.. Shelf life: 24 months.

Emulsifier for O/W cosmetic emulsions (cream, lotion, hair care products) · Wetting agent and dispersant in personal care products · Detergent and cleaning product formulations · Auxiliary chemicals for textile and leather processing · Emulsifier in agrochemical formulations · Industrial process chemicals

Formula
C16-C18 yağlı alkol + 20 EO
CAS
68439-49-6
Category
SURFACTANTS

Synonyms

Ceteareth-20

Test Methods

Visual · ISO 4629 · ISO 760 · ISO 1065 · ISO 4316

Frequently asked questions

What is C16-18 fatty alcohol ethoxylate 20EO (Ceteareth-20) and where is it used?

C16-C18 fatty alcohol ethoxylated with 20 mol ethylene oxide (Ceteareth-20, CAS 68439-49-6) is a non-ionic surfactant. It is used as an emulsifier in O/W cosmetic emulsions (cream, lotion, hair care), as a wetting agent and dispersant in personal care, and as an emulsifier in detergent, textile/leather processing and agrochemical formulations.

What packaging does Ceteareth-20 come in, and is it ex-stock?

It is supplied as a white/cream solid in flake form in 25 kg bags (500 kg per pallet) or in alternative packaging on request. It ships ex-stock from our domestic warehouse, so you avoid the wait of importing from China. Recommended storage is 15-25°C and shelf life is 24 months.

Is Ceteareth-20 KKDİK-registered and is an SDS provided?

Yes. C16-18 fatty alcohol ethoxylate 20EO is supplied KKDİK-registered, and a Safety Data Sheet (SDS) is provided with every shipment. A Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and technical data sheet are available on request.

How do I request a Ceteareth-20 sample and a quote?

You can request a sample and a current quote through the contact form. Cosmetic, detergent and textile manufacturers receive a fast reply with specification, packaging (25 kg bag) and invoicing details.

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