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C8 - C10 Alcohol Ethoxylates (4EO) DE - 4 Non - ionic Surfactant with Excellent Penetration

C8 - C10 Alcohol Ethoxylates (4EO), also known as DE - 4, is a non - ionic surfactant. It appears as a colorless to yellowish liquid or waxy solid. With excellent penetration, it's easily soluble in water, ethanol, etc. Widely used in industrial cleaning, textile, leather, and other fields.
 
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C8-C10 Alcohol Ethoxylates -4EO (DE-4) Product Brief

C8 - C10 Alcohol Ethoxylates - 4EO (DE - 4) is a non - ionic surfactant, a type of fatty alcohol polyoxyethylene ether. It's a colorless to yellowish liquid or waxy solid, soluble in water, ethanol, etc. With excellent penetration, it's used in industrial cleaning, textiles, leather, daily washing, agriculture, electroplating, and printing and dyeing, enabling efficient penetration and dispersion.


Product Advantage

  1. Outstanding Permeability: C8 - C10 Alcohol Ethoxylates - 4EO (DE - 4) has excellent permeability. Its penetration time in a 1% aqueous solution is ≤ 10s, ensuring efficient penetration in various processes.

  2. High Purity: With a content of ≥ 99%, it guarantees stable and reliable performance, minimizing the impact of impurities on application results.

  3. Good Storage Stability: The moisture content is ≤ 1.0%, and it can be stored in a cool, ventilated, and dry place with a shelf life of two years, maintaining effectiveness over time.

  4. Suitable for Moderate Temperature: When used as a penetrant in DE - 6 detergent, it works best at 40°C, optimizing cleaning and penetration effects.


Technical Specifications 

Specification
DE - 4
Appearance (25°C)
Colorless to yellowish liquid
pH Value (1% Aqueous Solution)
5.0 - 7.0
Moisture Content (%)
≤ 1.0
Cloud point (°C)
Penetration Time (s) (1% Aqueous Solution)
≤ 10
Content (%)
≥ 99
Hydroxyl Value (mgKOH/g)
160 - 195


Product Uses

  1. Textile Industry: Serves as a penetrant in sizing, desizing, scouring, bleaching, and carbonizing processes, enhancing process efficiency and fabric treatment quality.

  2. Leather Industry: Acts as a penetrant and emulsifier, facilitating leather processing operations and improving the smoothness of leather products.

  3. Cleaning & Detergent Fields: Applied in industrial cleaning and household laundry detergents, effectively removing dirt with good penetration and dispersion.

  4. Pesticide & Electroplating: Utilized in pesticides for better active ingredient dispersion and in electroplating to optimize process performance.


Usage & Handling Guide

For industrial cleaning, textile, or leather applications, dilute DE - 4 with water as needed. Ensure thorough mixing. Store in a cool, ventilated place. Follow dosage instructions for best results.


FAQ

  1. Q: Can C8 - C10 Alcohol Ethoxylates - 4EO (DE - 4) be used in cold water?

    A: Yes, it works well in cold water, but proper stirring ensures better performance.

  2. Q: Is it safe for sensitive materials?

    A: Generally safe, but test on a small area first, especially for delicate fabrics or surfaces.

  3. Q: How to store DE - 4?

    A: Keep in a cool, dry, ventilated place, away from direct sunlight and extreme temperatures.

  4. Q: What's the shelf life?

    A: It has a shelf life of two years when stored as recommended.

  5. Q: Can it be mixed with other surfactants?

    A: Yes, but compatibility testing is advised before large - scale mixing.

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