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DE-6
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C8 - 10 Alcohol Ethoxylates (6EO), or DE - 6, is a non - ionic surfactant (fatty alcohol polyoxyethylene ether). It's a colorless to yellowish liquid or waxy solid, soluble in water, ethanol, etc. With excellent penetration, it's widely used in industrial cleaning, textiles, leather, daily washing, agriculture, electroplating, and printing & dyeing.
Product Advantage
Superb Permeability: C8 - C10 Alcohol Ethoxylates - 6EO (DE - 6) boasts excellent permeability. Its penetration time in a 1% aqueous solution is ≤ 10s, ensuring efficient penetration in various processes.
High Purity: With a content of ≥ 99%, it guarantees stable and reliable performance, reducing the risk of impurities affecting application outcomes.
Good Thermal Stability: It has a cloud point in the range of 40 - 50°C, suitable for applications involving moderate temperature variations.
Low Moisture Content: The moisture content is ≤ 1.0%, contributing to good storage stability and prolonged effectiveness.
Technical Specifications
Specification | DE - 6 |
Appearance (25°C) | Colorless to yellowish liquid or waxy solid |
pH Value (1% Aqueous Solution) | 5.0 - 7.0 |
Moisture Content (%) | ≤ 1.0 |
Cloud point (°C) | 40 - 50 |
Penetration Time (s) (1% Aqueous Solution) | ≤ 10 |
Content (%) | ≥ 99 |
Hydroxyl Value (mgKOH/g) | — |
Product Uses
Textile Industry: Serves as a penetrant in processes like sizing, desizing, scouring, bleaching, and carbonizing, enhancing process efficiency.
Leather Industry: Acts as a penetrant and can also be used as an emulsifier, facilitating leather processing and improving product quality.
Cleaning & Detergent Fields: Applied in industrial cleaning and household laundry detergents, effectively removing dirt with good penetration and dispersion.
Pesticide & Electroplating: Utilized in pesticides for better active ingredient dispersion and in electroplating to optimize process performance.
For applications like industrial cleaning or textile processing, dilute DE - 6 with water as required. Stir well. Store in a cool, ventilated place. Follow dosage guidelines for optimal results.
FAQ
Q: Can DE - 6 be used in high - temperature environments?
A: Yes, it works at high temps. But for best penetration, 40°C is recommended when used as a penetrant.
Q: Is DE - 6 safe for hands during use?
A: It's relatively mild, but prolonged contact may irritate. Wear gloves for protection.
Q: How to dispose of DE - 6 waste properly?
A: Follow local chemical waste disposal regulations. Don't dump it directly into drains or the environment.
Q: Can DE - 6 be mixed with anionic surfactants?
A: Yes, but do a small - scale compatibility test first to ensure there's no adverse reaction.
