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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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322 Surfactant items

dimethyl ocatadecyl aminoium hydroxy propylsulfonate

CAS No: 68812-92-0

Formula: C23H48NO4S

Categories: Surfactant > Industrial Surfactant

This product is used as foam promoter and stabilizer, conditioner and viscosity synergist of skin care products.More

1,1′-(1-Methylethylidene)bis[2-(1,1-dimethylethyl) peroxide]

CAS No: 4262-61-7

Formula: C11H24O4

Categories: Surfactant > Industrial Surfactant

[R,(+)]-14-Hydroxyicosanoicacidmethylester

CAS No: 4103-21-3

Formula: C21H42O3

Categories: Surfactant > Amphoteric Surfactants

.alpha.-[tris(Phenylmethyl)phenyl]-.omega.-hydroxy-poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl) Nonionic surfactant

CAS No: 64422-66-8

Categories: Surfactant > Industrial Surfactant

Hexanoic acid, 6-[(1-oxoisononyl)amino]-, compd. with 2,2′,2′′-nitrilotris[ethanol] (1:1)

CAS No: 85702-79-0

Formula: C15H29NO3.C6H15NO3

Categories: Surfactant > Industrial Surfactant

Fatty acids, C14-18 and C16-18-unsatd., potassium salts

CAS No: 68002-80-2

Categories: Surfactant > Cationic Surfactants

2-(4-Bromo-2-methylphenoxy)-N-[4-[(diethylamino)sulfonyl]phenyl]acetamide

CAS No: 444077-57-0

Formula: C19H23BrN2O4S

Categories: Surfactant > Non-ionic Surfactants

4-PYRIDIN-3-YL-BENZOICACIDETHYLESTER

CAS No: 4385-71-1

Formula: C14H13NO2

Categories: Surfactant > Industrial Surfactant

1-Methyl-4-[(S)-1,2,3-trimethyl-2-cyclopenten-1-yl]benzene

CAS No: 4608-39-3

Formula: C15H20

Categories: Surfactant > Amphoteric Surfactants

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MS 3 (enzyme inhibitor)

CAS No: 58265-74-0

Formula: C21H24O7

Categories: Surfactant > Anionic Surfactants

Amines, N,N,N′-trimethyl-N′-tallow alkyltrimethylenediamines

CAS No: 68783-25-5

Formula:

Categories: Surfactant > Non-ionic Surfactants

1-(4-CHLOROPHENYL)-3-[4-(TRIFLUOROMETHYL)ANILINO]-1-PROPANONE

CAS No: 477334-15-9

Formula: C16H13ClF3NO

Categories: Surfactant > Amphoteric Surfactants

6-CHLOROMETHYL-4-(4-METHOXY-PHENYL)-2-OXO-1,2,3,4-TETRAHYDRO-PYRIMIDINE-5-CARBOXYLIC ACID ETHYL ESTER

CAS No: 475042-38-7

Formula: C15H17ClN2O4

Categories: Surfactant > Amphoteric Surfactants

Glycine, N,N'-methylenebis[N-(carboxymethyl)-

CAS No: 124828-09-7

Formula: C9H14N2O8

Categories: Surfactant > Industrial Surfactant

Castor oil, sulfurized

CAS No: 68604-22-8

Formula:

Categories: Surfactant > Non-ionic Surfactants

POLYETHYLENE GLYCOL 6000 DISTEARATE

Formula:

Categories: Surfactant > Industrial Surfactant

Delmopinol hydrochloride

CAS No: 98092-92-3

Formula: C16H33NO2.ClH

Categories: Surfactant > Antiplaque

Amides, coco, N-[3-(dimethylamino)propyl], alkylation products with chloroacetic acid, sodium salts

CAS No: 70851-07-9

Formula: C2H3ClO2.Na.Unspecified

Categories: Surfactant > Antistatic

Sodium 1H,1H,2H,2H-perfluorooctanesulfonate

CAS No: 27619-94-9

Formula: C8H6F13NaO3S

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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