Products in Detergents & Degreasers: Foaming Agent

Glucopon® 625 UP is a long-chain APG surfactant available as an approximately 50% viscous liquid. It functions as a mild degreaser and foaming/stabilizing surfactant, is listed on Safer Choice, and is 100% natural carbon. It is mild to the skin and can synergistically reduce skin irritation caused by anionic surfactants. It has synergy with lactic acid to increase the dish clean plate count and contains no biocide for preservation. Additionally, it is listed on the EPA's Safer Chemical Ingredients List.

Glucopon® 420 UP is 100% derived from renewable resources. It is mild to the skin and can synergistically reduce the skin irritation caused by anionic surfactants. It has excellent gloss retention, little to no streaking, and excellent plastic compatibility. This product contains no biocide for preservation and is listed on the EPA’s Safer Chemical Ingredients List.

Kemsurf EM9 is an AEP-free alcohol ether sulfate. Primarily used as a performance substitute for Nonyl Phenol Ether Sulfates in emulsion polymerization systems, Kemsurf EM9 finds application in various areas. Its versatility extends to being a foam stabilizer in liquid detergents, a primary detergent and foaming agent in industrial and institutional cleaning formulations, a general foaming agent, a dispersing agent, and an emulsion polymerization component.

Kemsurf ESD is the excellent detergent, characterized by its remarkable performance, demonstrates enduring detergency in both brine and hard water, ensuring consistent efficacy across diverse water conditions. Its impressive solubility makes it particularly advantageous for alkaline liquid formulations, contributing to ease of use. As an excellent foaming agent, it enhances the cleaning process while showcasing pronounced thickening in the presence of sodium chloride, adding versatility to its applications. Notably stable to aqueous ions, this detergent maintains its effectiveness in hard water, with superior lime soap dispersing properties due to the solubility of the calcium salt. However, it is essential to note that its chemical and temperature stability is subject to hydrolysis in acidic pH and high temperatures, making it unsuitable for use above 50°C. In summary, this detergent stands out for its versatile cleaning capabilities, solubility, foaming performance, and compatibility with water conditions, albeit with specific limitations in terms of pH and temperature.

Kemsurf EM30, an APE-free alcohol ether sulfate, serves diverse purposes in various applications. It functions as a foam stabilizer in liquid detergents, a primary detergent and foaming agent in industrial and institutional cleaning formulations, a general foaming agent, a dispersing agent, and a key component in emulsion polymerization. Notably, Kemsurf EM30 is employed as a performance substitute for nonyl phenol ether sulfates in emulsion polymerization systems.

Libranol CDG PK, belonging to the alkanolamides chemical family, is a liquid nonionic surfactant with excellent properties for industrial additives. This versatile additive, known for its good wetting properties, also exhibits outstanding thickening properties. In its liquid form, Libranol CDG PK proves to be a valuable component for various industrial applications, contributing to formulations that require effective wetting and thickening characteristics.

Kemsurf ASC is a sodium neutralized alkyl ether sulfate and finds application where foaming, wetting and detergency are required. Kemsurf ASC has good stability in the presence of high electrolyte and hard water environments. Also the product is tolerant to mildly alkaline solutions at ambient temperatures, but tends to hydrolyse in acidic solutions.

Kemsurf ESD is an excellent detergent, it does not show a loss of detergency in brine or hard water. The good solubility characteristics make them especially useful for use in alkaline liquid formulations. It is excellent foaming agent. It shows a pronounced thickening with the addition of sodium chloride to a dilute solution. It is stable to hard water and has excellent lime soap dispersing properties, due to the calcium salt being soluble. Product is prone to hydrolysis in aqueous solution at acid pH and high temperatures (not suitable for use above 50°C).

Cola®Mid AL is a premium 100% active, liquid "super" amide. It is highly recommended for use in all types of shampoos, cleansers, bubble baths, and liquid detergents formulations where quality performance, extreme mildness and maximum ease of handling are required. This product is an outstanding solubilizer and coupler for essential oils and other additives, and offers excellent stability in systems ranging from pH 4 to 11.

Cola®Trope SC-45 is a high foaming, chlorine stable, caustic soluble surfactant and hydrotrope. Cola®Trope SC-45 is an aqueous solution of an anionic surfactant containing both sulfonate and carboxylate functionality. It is stable to hypochlorites, and soluble in caustic and electrolytic solutions. It also wets rapidly, and has excellent detergent properties. Cola®Trope SC-45 is used in applications in alkaline spray foam cleaners containing chlorine, and in other formulations where high foam and excellent detergency are required.

Cola®Det L116N is is a mild, non-alkanolamide, high-foaming concentrate. It displays multifunctional properties including good detergency and high foaming even at low active levels. Cola®Det L116N generates excellent viscosity and is ideal for use in non-alkanolamide shampoos, bath products, skin cleansers, and light-duty laundry detergents.

Cola® Mine 11CM-MOD is Coconut Diethanolamide, Modified.

Cola®Lux CAO-35 is an amine oxide that provides good detergency, exceptionally high foaming, and viscosity control properties. When combined in the proper ratio with alkyl sulfates or alkyl ether sulfates, Cola®Lux CAO-35 can be used to develop clear, mild, low pH shampoos/cleansers with substantial conditioning properties. It is useful in a variety of personal care and household applications.

Cola®Trope INC-K has been developed for use in systems with high electrolytes. Similar to our Cola®Trope INC, it is used to couple nonionics and other surfactants into highly built products. Cola®Trope INC-K is a very versatile, low foaming surfactant and hydrotrope in one molecule. Cola®Trope INC-K is the potassium salt alternative to our Cola®Trope INC product. It is useful in formulations where the sodium salt ion needs to be avoided. In addition, Cola®Trope INC-K has a lower Krafft point than Cola®Trope INC.

DePHOS 8028FA Aliphatic Phosphate Ester is designed for versatile applications. In industrial and institutional (I&I) cleaning, this ester functions as a corrosion inhibitor in both acid and alkaline cleaners, ensuring effective and safe cleaning. In home care, it excels in acid and alkaline cleaners, proving its efficacy in dish care, laundry, and various surface care applications.

Crodateric™ CAB 30 is an amphoteric surfactant used in various homecare applications such as automatic and hand dishwash, hard surface cleaning, and industrial and institutional cleaning. It functions as a detergent and foaming agent and is available in liquid form. It is commonly used in formulations like fine fabric wash, liquid hand soap, hand and body wash, and hand cleanser wipe concentrate.

ECO Brij™ L23 MBAL is a 100% bio-based ethoxylated natural fatty alcohol based on lauryl alcohol chemistry. This naturally derived surfactant offers a number of functional benefits, including detergency, wetting, and antistatic properties, for a variety of HI&I and fabric care applications. RSPO grades are available.

ECO Brij™ O10 MBAL is a 100% bio-based ethoxylated natural fatty alcohol, based on lauryl alcohol chemistry. This naturally derived surfactant offers a number of functional benefits, including detergency, wetting, and antistatic properties, for a variety of surface and laundry care applications.

Synperonic™ 13/10 is a fully saturated ethoxylated primary branched C13 alcohol. This nonionic surfactant is water-soluble and serves as an excellent choice for wetting and detergency in a diverse range of home care and industrial and institutional (I&I) applications. Notably, it demonstrates exceptional effectiveness, especially at lower temperatures.

ECO Brij™ C20 MBAL is a naturally derived surfactant that is 100% bio-based. It is an ethoxylated natural fatty alcohol based on cetyl alcohol chemistry. This surfactant provides several functional benefits, including wetting and high foaming properties, making it suitable for various applications.

Crodateric™ LIDP is an amphoteric surfactant that offers high detergency and excellent hydrotroping effects in a single product. This multifunctionality allows the formulator to reduce the number of formulation components while maintaining formulation effectiveness. Applications include automatic and hand dishwashing, fabric and laundry care, hard surface cleaning, industrial and institutional cleaning, and vehicle care.

ECO Diversaclean CS is a blend of caustic-stable surfactants, combining an alkyl polyglucoside (APG) surfactant with a potent alcohol alkoxylate. This optimized formulation enhances cleaning and wetting performance beyond what APG alone can achieve, while still maintaining the alkaline stability and environmentally friendly attributes of the sugar-based APG.

Brij™ S20 is an ethoxylated natural fatty alcohol based on stearyl alcohol chemistry and manufactured via the RSPO's Mass Balance System. This naturally derived surfactant provides several functional benefits, including effective wetting and high foaming properties. It is suitable for various applications, offering versatility and performance.

Brij™ O10 is an ethoxylated natural fatty alcohol based on oleyl alcohol chemistry. This naturally derived surfactant provides various functional benefits, such as wetting and high foaming. It is suitable for a wide range of applications, including automatic and hand dishwashing, fabric and laundry care, hygiene nonwovens, industrial and institutional cleaning, and vehicle care.

NatraSense™ AG810-50 is a 100% bio-based surfactant that offers multiple benefits to formulations. It exhibits excellent tolerance to salts, builders, and extreme pH conditions, making it suitable for a wide range of cleaning formulations. Unlike conventional nonionic surfactants, NatraSense™ AG810-50 has been proven not to cause stress-cracking of plastics. Additionally, it provides gloss retention and streak-free cleaning performance.

ECO Brij™ S10 MBAL is a 100% bio-based ethoxylated natural fatty alcohol based on oleyl alcohol chemistry. This naturally derived surfactant offers a number of functional benefits, including detergency and wetting, for a variety of fabric care and HI&I applications.

High active soil release polymer for powder laundry. Prevents adhesion of soils between washes and soil redeposition during wash. Repel-O-Tex SF2 has been specifically formulated for improved flowability and lower dust, providing ease of handling.

Crodasinic™ CS30 is a biodegradable anionic surfactant consisting of the sodium salt of an acyl sarcosine (sarcosinate). It is a mild, multifunctional surfactant providing a range of functional benefits, including detergency, wetting, stable foaming, and corrosion inhibition, for a wide variety of homecare and I&I applications.

Synperonic™ 13/8 is a fully saturated ethoxylated primary branched C13 alcohol. This nonionic surfactant is water-soluble and highly suitable for wetting and detergency purposes in a diverse range of home care and industrial and institutional (I&I) applications. Notably, it exhibits exceptional effectiveness, especially at lower temperatures.

ECO Brij™ CS20 is a naturally derived surfactant based on cetostearyl alcohol chemistry. It is an ethoxylated natural fatty alcohol that provides various functional benefits, including wetting and foaming properties. This surfactant is suitable for both fabric care and household, industrial, and institutional (HI&I) applications. Additionally, ECO Brij™ CS20 exhibits high foaming characteristics, resulting in the formation of abundant and stable foam. This feature is beneficial in both fabric care and HI&I applications, as it contributes to enhanced visual appeal and efficient cleaning.

Synperonic™ 91/10 is an ethoxylate (10) of a fully saturated C9/C11 alcohol. This water-soluble nonionic surfactant is an effective wetting agent and detergent in a wide variety of household and I&I cleaning applications. The product's applications include automatic and hand dishwashing; hard surface cleaning; industrial and institutional cleaning, vehicle care.

ECO Brij™ S100 MBAL is a 100% bio-based, ethoxylated natural fatty alcohol based on cetyl alcohol chemistry. This naturally derived surfactant offers a number of functional benefits, including wetting and high foaming, for a variety of applications such as fabric and laundry care, as well as industrial and institutional cleaning.

Synperonic™ 91/6 is an ethoxylate (6) of a fully saturated C9/C11 alcohol. This water-soluble nonionic surfactant is an effective wetting agent and detergent in a wide variety of household and I&I cleaning applications. The product's applications include automatic and hand dishwashing; hard surface cleaning; industrial and institutional cleaning; vehicle care.

Repel-O-Tex® SRP-6 is a polymer offering protection against the adhesion of greasy soils to polyester fabrics after two wash cycles.

Brij™ S10 is an ethoxylated natural fatty alcohol based on stearyl alcohol chemistry. This naturally derived surfactant provides several functional benefits, including excellent wetting properties and high foaming capabilities. It is suitable for a variety of applications, such as fabric and laundry care, as well as industrial and institutional cleaning.

LAN-AQUA-SOL 75:50 aids solubilization of water-insoluble Lanolin derivatives, perfume, vegetable oil and mineral oil to form clear aqueous and hydroalcoholic systems