Chemal LA-9 is most commonly used to add wetting and detergency characteristics in cleaner formulations. Chemal LA-9 improves penetration and emulsification properties of these systems.
Chemal LA-9 is a nonionic surfactant belonging to the group of ethoxylated fatty alcohols, INCI name: Laureth-9. This product belongs to a group of surfactants based on lauryl alcohol with a chemical description of “Poly (oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), α-dodecyl-ω-hydroxy-”. Chemal LA-9 is most commonly used as a wetting agent and detergent in industrial formulations which include hard surface and textile cleaners. This chemistry is frequently used as raw material for the production of phosphate esters and carboxylates.
Chemal LA-9 is a clear to slightly hazy liquid with a maximum color of 1 Gardner at 25°C. The product is sold in 100% active form which may become a soft paste when cooled. Low heat and mild agitation will easily restore the material to homogeneity if this happens. Chemal LA-9 forms a clear solution in water and maintains clarity up to ~ 80°C.
This product is characterized by an HLB of 13.3 and may be mixed with other nonionic, cationic, or anionic agents. Due to the long carbon chain, Chemal LA-9 also provides lubricity attributes. This chemistry also provides extremely strong penetrant properties. This makes it extremely useful for removing oils from fabric and fibers.
PCC Chemax Inc. is specialized in the production of surfactants and chemical specialist additives used, i.a. in the metallurgical, textile, refinery and mining, and plastics industry.
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