PEG-15 Cocomonium Methosulfate is also known as ethoxylated quaternized fatty amine. The CAS number of the compound is 68989-03-7. It is known for its hydrophobic and anti-electrostatic properties, which makes it a highly effective compound, e.g. in car care, plastics production, the textile industry or as a cleaning agent.
PEG-15 Cocomonium Methosulfate is manufactured in the process of ethoxylation and quaternization of a fatty amine and has good solubility in water. The product is in the form of a clear liquid and its pour point is around 0°C. It is a cationic surfactant with hydrophobic properties. In aqueous solutions with a concentration of about 5%, its pH is neutral and varies within the range of 6-8. PEG-15 Cocomonium Methosulfate is also highly stable in environments of more extreme pH. The product maintains its stability both in an alkaline environment up to a concentration of 140 g of NaOH per litre (inclusive), and in an acidic environment containing up to 225 ml of sulphuric (VI) acid per litre (as measured in accordance with the PN-EN 14712: 2005 standard). The foam produced by PEG-15 Cocomonium Methosulfate shows poor stability.
The hydrophobic properties of PEG-15 Cocomonium Methosulfate and low stability of the foam it produces make it perfect for the production of agents used for rinsing of surfaces after basic washing. The application of PEG-15 Cocomonium Methosulfate gives hydrophobic properties to the cleaned surfaces. Due to these characteristic features the product is used, among others, in car care products. Its use accelerates the drying of car bodyshells and hinders the formation of streaks or stains.
Thanks to its electrostatic and hydrophobic properties, PEG-15 Cocomonium Methosulfate is also used in the production of plastics (such as polyethylene or polypropylene films), as an auxiliary agent in the textile or cosmetic industry (production of various types of hair care products such as conditioners and shampoos).
Features differentiating PEG-15 Cocomonium Methosulfate from other products:
– antistatic and hydrotropic properties,
– good solubility in water,
– high alkaline stability,
– high surface activity,
– bactericidal effect,
– low foam formation.
