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When you think of Hydrotropes, you think of Catexel Nease. For over 50 years we have been meeting client needs by focusing on our customers and making sure we produce a promised product. Today Catexel Nease continues our commitment to providing quality hydrotropes, but we offer much more than that. As a leader in the production of sulfonated aromatics, Catexel Nease has a broad hydrotrope line which is complemented by an ever expanding capability in specialty products with a basic strength in sulfonation technology. Founded in 1951 as the Pedlow-Nease Company, the name changed to Nease Chemical Company and we began the manufacturing of hydrotropes in 1958. Acquired by Ruetgers AG in 1978 we were renamed to Ruetgers-Nease, but reorganized and became Ruetgers Organics Corporation in 1997. Two years later in 1999 our Marketing and R&D functions relocated to Cincinnati, Ohio so we could better serve customers.

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Peractive™ AC White (TAED)

INCI Name:TAED
CAS Number:10543-57-4
Functions:Bleach Activator, Bleaching Agent
Certifications & Compliance:California Proposition 65, FDA 29 CFR 1910.1200
Synonyms:Acetamide, N,N′-1,2-ethanediylbis[N-acetyl-, N,N,N′,N′-Tetraacetylethylenediamine, N,N′-1,2-Ethanediylbis[N-acetylacetamide], N,N′-Ethylenebis[diacetamide], N,N′-Ethylenebis[N-acetylacetamide], Tetraacetylethylenediamine

Peractive™ AC White is a multifunctional ingredient consisting of tetraacetylethylenediamine (TAED), which efficiently and economically fulfills a number of tasks in the washing process. Its many functions include a worldwide bleaching system, improved pre-soak formulations with the use of Peractive R, good water solubility, the elimination of unpleasant odors, and dye transfer inhibition.

Naxsoft® NA-8

CAS Number:5324-84-5
Functions:Detergent, Emulsifier, Dispersant, Surfactant (Anionic), Surfactant, Coupling Agent, Hydrotrope
Certifications & Compliance:Design for Environment (DfE)
pH:4.0 - 6.0

Naxsoft® NA-8 is an aqueous solution of a primary alkane sulfonate which exhibits low foaming, excellent coupling properties, and is biodegradable. It has excellent hydrotrope and wetting properties in both high and low pH systems, is soluble in both highly acidic and basic formulations, and is compatible with bleach. Naxsoft® NA-8 is listed on the Cleangredients Chemical listing and meets DfE criteria.

WeylClean® SAS 30

CAS Number:68037-49-0
Functions:Surfactant, Surfactant (Anionic)
Labeling Claims:Environmentally Friendly, Ethylene Oxide-free, Biodegradable, Benzene-free

WeylClean® SAS 30 is a secondary alkane sulfonate sodium salt (paraffin sulfonate), which is used in all types of liquid washes and cleaning agents, especially suited for highly concentrated products. It functions as an anionic, biodegradable surfactant for the detergent, chemical-technical, and cosmetic industries.

Naxonate® 4LS (SXS)

INCI Name:Sodium Xylenesulfonate
Functions:Surfactant (Anionic), Solubilizer, Hydrotrope
Labeling Claims:Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty, CleanGredients (DfE)
Certifications & Compliance:FDA 29 CFR 1910.1200, Design for Environment (DfE)
Synonyms:Sodium dimethylbenzenesulfonate, Sodium xylenesulfate, Sodium xylenesulfonate, Dimethylbenzenesulfonic Acid Sodium Salt, Sodium Dimethylbenzenesulfonate

Naxonate® 4LS is our standard sodium xylene sulfonate, exhibiting reduced sulfone levels, which can be imperative for achieving clarity in formulated systems, especially upon dilution. The lower sulfone content helps the formulator consistently meet customer needs, and the product is listed on the Cleangredients Chemical listing and meets DfE criteria.

Peractive™ AC Green

INCI Name:TAED
CAS Number:10543-57-4
Functions:Bleach Activator, Bleaching Agent
Certifications & Compliance:California Proposition 65, FDA 29 CFR 1910.1200
Synonyms:Acetamide, N,N′-1,2-ethanediylbis[N-acetyl-, N,N,N′,N′-Tetraacetylethylenediamine, N,N′-1,2-Ethanediylbis[N-acetylacetamide], N,N′-Ethylenebis[diacetamide], N,N′-Ethylenebis[N-acetylacetamide], Tetraacetylethylenediamine

Peractive™ AC Green is a multifunctional ingredient consisting of tetraacetylethylenediamine (TAED), which efficiently and economically fulfills a number of tasks in the washing process. Its many functions include a worldwide bleaching system, improved pre-soak formulations with the use of Peractive R, good water solubility, the elimination of unpleasant odors, and dye transfer inhibition.

WeylClean® SAS 60

CAS Number:68037-49-0
Functions:Surfactant (Anionic), Surfactant, Detergent

WeylClean® SAS 60 is a secondary alkane sulfonate sodium salt (paraffin sulfonate), which is used in all types of liquid washes and cleaning agents, especially suited for highly concentrated products. It functions as an anionic, biodegradable surfactant for the detergent, chemical-technical, and cosmetic industries.

Peractive™ AC Blue

CAS Number:10543-57-4
Functions:Bleaching Agent, Bleach Activator
Certifications & Compliance:California Proposition 65, FDA 29 CFR 1910.1200
Synonyms:Acetamide, N,N′-1,2-ethanediylbis[N-acetyl-, N,N,N′,N′-Tetraacetylethylenediamine, N,N′-1,2-Ethanediylbis[N-acetylacetamide], N,N′-Ethylenebis[diacetamide], N,N′-Ethylenebis[N-acetylacetamide], Tetraacetylethylenediamine

Peractive™ AC Blue is a multifunctional ingredient consisting of tetraacetylethylenediamine (TAED), which efficiently and economically fulfills a number of tasks in the washing process. Its many functions include a worldwide bleaching system, improved pre-soak formulations with the use of Peractive R, good water solubility, the elimination of unpleasant odors, and dye transfer inhibition.

Naxcat® MOD ACID 35

Functions:Catalyst
End Uses:Textile Dyes, Industrial Cleaners

Naxcat® MOD ACID 35 is an aromatic sulfonic acid, a blend of acids that offers a lower water concentration than Naxcat® MOD ACID. It has a TSA/XSA blend, promoting a low freezing temperature for easy handling while maintaining a high degree of acidity.

Naxaf® HSP

Functions:Surfactant (Anionic), Surfactant
Chemical Family:Sodium Salts
Physical Form:Powder
Features:Low Foaming, Excellent Dispersibility, Good Wetting Properties, Cost Effective, Good Temperature Stability
End Uses:Concrete Admixtures
Synonyms:Formaldehyde-naphthalenesulfonic acid condensate sodium salt, Formaldehyde-naphthalenesulfonic acid copolymer sodium salt, Formaldehyde-naphthalenesulfonic acid polymer sodium salt, Naphthalene sulfonic acid-formalin copolymer sodium salt, Naphthalenesulfonic acid-formaldehyde condensate sodium salt, Naphthalenesulfonic acid-formaldehyde copolymer sodium salt, Naphthalenesulfonic acid-formaldehyde polymer sodium salt

Naxaf® HSP is a sodium salt of polymeric naphthalene sulfonate condensates, which are readily soluble in water, glycerol, ethylene glycol, and diethylene glycol and slightly soluble in most alcohols but insoluble in most organic solvents. As a powder, it is a convenient alternative to liquids for processes or storage capabilities that are not suitable. It is used as a major ingredient in different types of superplasticizer formulations, and in concrete, it enhances the flow properties of the mix by dispersing the cement particles and breaking up agglomerates, improving the workability of the mix, and adding acids.

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WeylClean

Applications:Industrial Cleaning, Commercial Laundry, Laundry & Fabric Care, Dish Care, Surface Care, Bath & Shower, Skin Care, Hair Care, Home Care, Institutional & Industrial Care, Beauty & Care
Product Families:Anionic Surfactants, Surfactants & Cleansers, Soaps & Surfactants, Detergents & Degreasers, Cleaning Aids, Softening Agents, Chelating Agents, Builders & Chelators
End Uses:Liquid Soap, Detergents, Commercial Laundry Detergents, Household Cleaners, Liquid Laundry Detergents, Liquid Dishwash, Body Wash, Automatic Dishwash, Laundry Detergents, Dishwash Detergents

Peractive

Applications:Oral Care, Dish Care, Commercial Laundry, Laundry & Fabric Care, Home Care, Institutional & Industrial Care, Beauty & Care
Product Families:Skin Actives, Other Processing Additives, Oral Care Agents, Performance Additives, Cosmetic Actives, Functional Additives, Processing Aids
INCI Name:TAED
End Uses:Tooth Whitening Products, Dental Applications, Bleach Cleaners, Commercial Laundry Detergents, Stain Remover, Powder Laundry Detergents, Laundry Bleach, Dishwash Detergents, Dishwasher Presoaks

Naxonate

Applications:Metal Manufacturing & Finishing, Skin Care, Commercial Laundry, Industrial Cleaning, Auto Care, Dish Care, Laundry & Fabric Care, Chemical & Industrial Manufacturing, Home Care, Institutional & Industrial Care, Beauty & Care, Bath & Shower, Hair Care, Surface Care, Textile Manufacturing, Chemical Manufacturing, Leather & Textiles
Product Families:Metal Processing Additives, Emulsifiers, Solubilizers & Dispersants, Wetting & Dispersion Aids, Functionals, Cleaning Aids, Processing Aids, Anionic Surfactants, Finishing Additives & Treatments, Other Processing Additives, Surfactants & Cleansers, Textile & Leather Chemicals, Performance Additives, Functional Additives
INCI Name:Ammonium Xylenesulfonate, Sodium Xylenesulfonate
End Uses:Commercial Laundry Detergents, Industrial Cleaners, Liquid Detergents, Automatic Dishwash, Laundry Detergents, Rinse Aids, Heavy Duty Hand Cleaners, Detergents, Shampoos & Rinses, Photographic Industry

Naxonate® hydrotropes are a proven answer to solubility problems in a wide variety of commercial applications. Optimum hydrotrope selection can result in enhanced system performance. Naxonate® hydrotrope products generate essentially no foam and no wetting action and have minimal influence on surface tension. What they off is a cost-effective way to solubilize complex formulas, elevate cloud points and control viscosity.

Naxcat

Applications:Chemical Manufacturing, Chemical & Industrial Manufacturing, Textile Manufacturing, Exploration & Upstream, Industrial Cleaning, Oil, Gas & Mining, Institutional & Industrial Care, Leather & Textiles, Metal Manufacturing & Finishing, Industrial Coatings
Product Families:RTU Catalysts, Catalysts & Initiators, Functional Additives, Catalyst Ingredients, Finishing Additives & Treatments, Oilfield & Transport Chemicals, Detergents & Degreasers, Other Functional Additives, Cleaning Aids, Oil, Gas & Mining Chemicals, Textile & Leather Chemicals, Metal Processing Additives, Processing Aids, Other Processing Additives, Additives
Chemical Family:Linear Alkylbenzene Sulfonic Acid (LABSA), Mixtures & Blends, Sulfonic Acids & Derivatives
End Uses:Industrial Cleaners, Detergents, Descalers, Textile Dyes, Heavy Duty Hand Cleaners, Photographic Industry

Naxcat® aromatic sulfonic acids are made by sulfonating aromatic compounds with sulfuric acid, so3 , or oleum. They are comparable in strength to mineral acids such as sulfuric acid, but are especially suitable for organic reactions where an inorganic, mineral acid could cause charring, oxidation, or an unwanted chemical reaction.

Naxan

Applications:Enhanced Oil Recovery, Metal Manufacturing & Finishing, Industrial Cleaning, Skin Care, Chemical & Industrial Manufacturing, Oil, Gas & Mining, Institutional & Industrial Care, Beauty & Care, Dish Care, Home Care, Chemical Manufacturing, Auto Care, Carpet & Upholstery
Product Families:Metal Processing Additives, Oilfield & Transport Chemicals, Anionic Surfactants, Surfactants & Cleansers, Soaps & Surfactants, Oil, Gas & Mining Chemicals, Processing Aids, Wetting & Dispersion Aids, Cleaning Aids, Organic Salts, Technical Salts & Inorganics
Chemical Family:Sodium Salts, Alkylnaphthalene Sulfonate (ANS)
End Uses:Industrial Cleaners, Automatic Dishwash, Rinse Aids, Hand Dishwash, Car Wash, Carpet Shampoos

The Naxan® anionic surfactants are a series of sodium salts of alkyl naphthalene sulfonic acid. These products provide excellent wetting, dispersing, hydrotroping and medium to low foaming. They offer acid and base stability, hard-water tolerance and high temperature stability. The naxaf® naphthalene sulfonate–formaldehyde condensates are used primarily as dispersants in a wide variety of industrial applications.

Naxsoft

Applications:Surface Care, Dish Care, Skin Care, Industrial Cleaning, Home Care, Institutional & Industrial Care, Beauty & Care, Laundry & Fabric Care, Carpet & Upholstery
Product Families:Anionic Surfactants, Emulsifiers, Solubilizers & Dispersants, Wetting & Dispersion Aids, Emulsifiers & Demulsifiers, Detergents & Degreasers, Functionals, Surfactants & Cleansers, Soaps & Surfactants, Cleaning Aids, Other Functional Additives, Functional Additives
End Uses:Hard Surface Cleaners, Liquid Dishwash, Multipurpose Cleaners, Industrial Cleaners, Liquid Laundry Detergents, Liquid Detergents, Detergents, Heavy Duty Hand Cleaners, Degreasers, Glass Cleaners, Carpet Cleaners, Bowl Cleaners, Aluminum Cleaners, Metal Cleaners, Tank Cleaners

Naxsoft® products include alkyl aryl sulfonates and olefin sulfonates. These products are basic in numerous household, industrial and institutional formulations and function as emulsifiers, wetting agents, detergents and dispersants.

Naxonac

Applications:Textile Manufacturing, Chemical Manufacturing, Skin Care, Industrial Cleaning, Surface Care, Chemical & Industrial Manufacturing, Home Care, Institutional & Industrial Care, Beauty & Care, Leather & Textiles, Agricultural Pest Control, Pest Control, Fluids & Lubricants, Pulping & Processing, Institutional & Catering, Paper & Pulp, Metal Coatings, Industrial Maintenance, Automotive OEM Coatings, Coatings & Finishes, Automotive & Transportation, Industrial Coatings
Product Families:Polymerization Additives, Finishing Additives & Treatments, Other Processing Additives, Surface Protective Additives, Emulsifiers, Solubilizers & Dispersants, Anionic Surfactants, Wetting & Dispersion Aids, Additives, Functionals, Surfactants & Cleansers, Soaps & Surfactants, Cleaning Aids, Processing Aids, Textile & Leather Chemicals, Dispersants & Emulsifiers, Adjuvants & Formulation Ingredients, Performance Additives, Pre-Treatment Auxiliaries, Emulsifiers & Demulsifiers, Functional Additives, Paper & Pulp Chemicals, Dispersing & Wetting Additives, Elastomer Additives
Chemical Family:Phosphorous-based Compounds, Organophosphates, Phosphate Esters
End Uses:Industrial Cleaners, Metal Cleaners, Household Cleaners, Metalworking Fluids, Alkaline Cleaners, Sanitizers, Heavy Duty Hand Cleaners, Detergents, Epoxy Adhesive, Latex, Film

Naxonac® products include anionic surfactants, one of the main advantages of phosphate esters is their stability and solubility in alkali systems. They can be used as hydrotropes to couple nonionic surfactants systems which are not soluble and at the same time increase wetting and detergency properties. The presence of the phosphate group imparts some interactions with metallic surfaces, thereby exhibiting some anti-corrosion and metal-adhesion characteristics. They can be used as additives in oil and water-soluble lubricant systems to improve lubricity, anti-frictional properties of the formula. Phosphate esters also find use as emulsifiers in emulsion polymerization.

Naxaf

Applications:Exploration & Upstream, Oil, Gas & Mining
Product Families:Oilfield & Transport Chemicals, Oil, Gas & Mining Chemicals, Other Processing Additives, Cement & Concrete Additives, Construction Chemicals, Processing Aids
Chemical Family:Sodium Salts
End Uses:Concrete Admixtures

The Naxaf® naphthalene sulfonate formaldehyde condensates are used primarily as dispersants in a wide variety of industrial applications.

Naxolate

Applications:Bath & Shower, Metal Manufacturing & Finishing, Industrial Cleaning, Hair Care, Laundry & Fabric Care, Commercial Laundry, Institutional & Catering, Surface Care, Chemical & Industrial Manufacturing, Home Care, Institutional & Industrial Care, Beauty & Care, Chemical Manufacturing
Product Families:Metal Processing Additives, Anionic Surfactants, Surfactants & Cleansers, Soaps & Surfactants, Processing Aids, Other Processing Additives, Dispersing & Wetting Additives, Emulsifiers & Demulsifiers, Detergents & Degreasers, Wetting & Dispersion Aids, Emulsifiers, Solubilizers & Dispersants, Additives, Functionals, Cleaning Aids
INCI Name:Sodium Lauryl Sulfate
End Uses:Industrial Cleaners, Heavy Duty Hand Cleaners, Commercial Laundry Detergents, Institutional Cleaners, Laundry Detergents, Household Cleaners, Shampoos & Rinses, Liquid Laundry Detergents

Naxolate® products are anionic surfactants which provide high foaming, detergency and wetting function. The primary uses for these products include household, industrial and institutional cleaners

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