SURFACTANTS

Ethoxylated Fatty Alcohol C12-C14 3EO

CAS 68439-50-9

Industrial Cleaners · Metal Degreasing · Textile Auxiliaries

At a glance
Color (Hazen, melt)
max 50
pH (1% aqueous solution)
6 – 9
Hydroxyl Number (mg KOH/g)
166 – 176
Water content (%)
max 0.3

Technical Specifications

ParameterValueMethod / unit
Appearance (20°C)Clear or slightly hazy flowable liquid°C
Color (Hazen, melt)max 50ISO 6271
pH (1% aqueous solution)6 – 9ISO 4316 · %
Hydroxyl Number (mg KOH/g)166 – 176ISO 4326 · mg KOH/g
Water content (%)max 0.3ISO 760 (Karl Fischer) · %
Polyethylene Glycol Content (%)max 1.5%
Freezing Point (°C)approx. 5-10°C

Detailed application areas

Non-ionic surfactant based on C12-C14 fatty alcohol ethoxylated with 3 mol ethylene oxide · offers low foam, high wetting and excellent degreasing performance · core ingredient in industrial cleaners, metal degreasing baths, CIP cleaners, heavy-duty degreasers and general-purpose industrial detergents · used as wetting and washing agent in textile pre-treatment baths · serves as emulsifier in agrochemicals and as adjuvant in pesticide and herbicide formulations · also used in tailored surfactant systems when blended with higher ethoxylated homologues

Use Cases

  • Industrial Cleaners
  • Metal Degreasing
  • Textile Auxiliaries
  • Agrochemicals
  • CIP Cleaners
  • Industrial Detergent Formulations

Packaging & storage

Packaging

200 kg plastic or steel drum, 1000 kg IBC tank or bulk by heated tanker

Storage

Store in original sealed packaging in a dry, cool, well-ventilated environment, away from direct sunlight. Ideal storage temperature is between +10°C and +30°C. May solidify at low temperatures; before use, melt at 30-40°C and homogenise.

Shelf Life

12 months from date of manufacture

Documents

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Regulatory and compliance

KKDİK registered (Türkiye)

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Product Information

Ethoxylated Fatty Alcohol C12-C14 3EO (CAS 68439-50-9) is an industrial product in the surfactants category, used in Industrial Cleaners, Metal Degreasing. Typical specifications: Appearance (20°C): Clear or slightly hazy flowable liquid; Color (Hazen, melt) 50; pH (1% aqueous solution) 6–9. KORKİMYA supplies Ethoxylated Fatty Alcohol C12-C14 3EO in 200 kg plastic or steel drum, 1000 kg IBC tank or bulk by heated tanker. Shelf life: 12 months from date of manufacture.

Low-foaming non-ionic surfactant · for heavy-duty degreasers, metal degreasing, textile wetting and agrochemical formulations (3 mol EO)

CAS
68439-50-9
Category
SURFACTANTS

Synonyms

C12-14 Alcohol Ethoxylate 3EOLauryl Alcohol Ethoxylate 3 EOFatty Alcohol Ethoxylate C12-C14 3EOAE3Laureth-3

Test Methods

ISO 6271 · ISO 4316 · ISO 4326 · ISO 760 (Karl Fischer)

Frequently asked questions

What is ethoxylated fatty alcohol C12-C14 3EO and where is it used?

C12-C14 fatty alcohol ethoxylated with 3 mol ethylene oxide (Laureth-3, CAS 68439-50-9) is a non-ionic surfactant. It offers low foam, high wetting and excellent degreasing; it is used in industrial cleaners, metal degreasing baths, CIP cleaners, heavy-duty degreasers, textile pre-treatment and agrochemicals.

What packaging does C12-C14 3EO come in, and is it ex-stock?

It is supplied as a clear or slightly hazy flowable liquid in 200 kg plastic or steel drums, 1000 kg IBC tanks or bulk by heated tanker. It ships ex-stock from our domestic warehouse, so you avoid the wait of importing from China. Its freezing point is around 5-10°C; in cold weather it is melted at 30-40°C and homogenised.

Is C12-C14 3EO KKDİK-registered and is an SDS provided?

Yes. Ethoxylated fatty alcohol C12-C14 3EO 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 C12-C14 3EO sample and a quote?

You can request a sample and a current quote through the contact form. Industrial-cleaning and metalworking manufacturers receive a fast reply with specification, packaging (drum/IBC/bulk) and invoicing details.

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