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A surfactant, by definition, is a substance added in small quantities to induce significant changes in the interface properties of a solution system. Surfactants come in various types, including ionic surfactants (comprising cationic and anionic surfactants), nonionic surfactants, amphoteric surfactants, compound surfactants, and others. ECHEMI predominantly provides a range of chemicals specifically designed for surfactants. These chemicals serve various surfactant functions, such as enhancing the performance of surfactants for herbicides and addressing surfactant leaching concerns.

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321 Surfactant items

68188-38-5

CAS No: 68188-38-5

Categories: Surfactant > Antistatic

Glyceryl dimyristate

CAS No: 53563-63-6

Formula: C31H60O5

Categories: Surfactant > Emollient

NONAFLUORO-3,6-DIOXAHEPTANOIC ACID

CAS No: 151772-58-6

Formula: C5HF9O4

Categories: Surfactant > Industrial Surfactant

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Benzenemethanaminium, N-heptadecyl-N,N-dimethyl-, chloride (1:1)

CAS No: 16576-98-0

Formula: C26H48N.Cl

Categories: Surfactant > Industrial Surfactant

This product is used as a softener, antistatic agent, emulsifier and binder for glass fiber. It can also be covered on the surface of bentonite to make a thickening agent, which is used to prepare grease.More

Phosphoric acid, 2-ethylhexyl ester, zinc salt

CAS No: 68954-79-0

Formula: C8H18O.xH3O4P.xZn

Categories: Surfactant > Anionic Surfactants

TRITON N-57

CAS No: 52623-95-7

Categories: Surfactant > Industrial Surfactant

Behenamidopropyl ethyldimonium ethosulfate

CAS No: 68797-65-9

Formula: C29H61N2O.C2H5O4S

Categories: Surfactant > Antistatic

Acetic acid, 2-chloro-, sodium salt (1:1), reaction products with 4,5-dihydro-2-undecyl-1H-imidazole-1-ethanol and sodium hydroxide

CAS No: 68608-66-2

Formula: C16H32N2O.C2H3ClO2.HNaO.Na

Categories: Surfactant > Amphoteric Surfactants

1-Benzoyl-4-piperidone

CAS No: 24686-78-0

Formula: C12H13NO2

Categories: Surfactant > Industrial Surfactant

SORBITANSTEARATE

CAS No: 5093-91-4

Categories: Surfactant > Non-ionic Surfactants

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Polyquaternium 44

CAS No: 150599-70-5

Formula: (C6H9N2.C6H9NO.CH3O4S)x

Categories: Surfactant > Cationic Surfactants

Molindone hydrochloride

CAS No: 15622-65-8

Formula: C16H24N2O2.ClH

Categories: Surfactant > Cationic Surfactants

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2-methylene-beta-alanine

CAS No: 4452-16-8

Formula: C4H7NO2

Categories: Surfactant > Industrial Surfactant

3,3′-[[4-[2-(2-Chloro-4-nitrophenyl)diazenyl]-3-methylphenyl]imino]bis[propanenitrile]

CAS No: 4297-28-3

Formula: C19H17ClN6O2

Categories: Surfactant > Anionic Surfactants

[2-oxo-2-(4-phenylphenyl)ethyl]dodecanoate

CAS No: 4376-38-9

Formula: C26H34O3

Categories: Surfactant > Amphoteric Surfactants

4,4′-(2,2,2-Trichloroethylidene)bis[benzenamine]

CAS No: 4485-25-0

Formula: C14H13Cl3N2

Categories: Surfactant > Industrial Surfactant

2,2-Dimethyl-1,3,2-oxathiastannolan-5-one

CAS No: 4117-92-4

Formula: C4H8O2SSn

Categories: Surfactant > Industrial Surfactant

Sodium 1-[(5-oxidanidyl-5-oxidanylidene-L-norvalyl)oxy]-1-oxododecane

CAS No: 42926-22-7

Formula:

Categories: Surfactant > Antistatic

Polyethylene glycol mono(tristyrylphenyl) ether sulfate ammonium salt

CAS No: 119432-41-6

Formula: (C2H4O)nC30H30O4S.H3N

Categories: Surfactant > Non-ionic Surfactants

Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), α-phosphono-ω-(methylphenoxy)-, potassium salt (1:2)

CAS No: 66057-30-5

Formula: (C2H4O)nC7H9O4P.2K

Categories: Surfactant > Industrial Surfactant

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the main types of surfactants?

Surfactants are generally classified into four main categories based on their charge: nonionic, anionic, cationic, and amphoteric (zwitterionic) surfactants. Each type is designed for different applications and performance requirements, such as cleaning power, compatibility with other ingredients, and stability in various pH or water conditions.

What is the role of a surfactant in industry and agriculture?

In industrial applications, surfactants play a key role in emulsification, dispersion, foaming or defoaming, and cleaning. They are widely used in products such as paints, coatings, inks, lubricants, and personal care formulations. In agriculture, surfactants are commonly added to spray solutions to improve the spreading, sticking, and penetration of active ingredients on plant surfaces, increasing overall treatment efficiency.

What does surfactant do?

Surfactants improve the interaction between different materials by lowering surface tension. This helps liquids spread more easily, mix more evenly, and penetrate surfaces more effectively. In practical applications, surfactants are used in detergents and cleaners to remove dirt and grease, in agrochemicals to improve the coverage and absorption of herbicides and pesticides, and in industrial processes to enhance wetting, dispersion, and emulsification.

What is a surfactant?

A surfactant, short for surface-active agent, is a chemical compound that reduces surface or interfacial tension between two substances, such as oil and water or a solid and a liquid. It contains both a hydrophilic (water-attracting) part and a hydrophobic (water-repelling) part, which allows it to stabilize mixtures that normally do not combine.

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