DeTHOX® 25-12

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DeTHOX® 25-12 is the 12 mole ethoxylate of C12-15 alcohol. It is soluble in water and stable in both aqueous acidic and alkaline solutions. It is compatible with most anionic, amphoteric and cationic surfactants. DeTHOX® 25-12 finds application in a range of home and industrial formulations. It can be used as an emulsifier, detergent, wetting agent and a replacement for NPE-12. Please submit a document request or general inquiry form if you’d like to access an SDS in another language.

INCI Name: C12-15 Pareth-12

Chemical Name: Alcohols, C12-15, ethoxylated

CAS Number: 68131-39-5

Chemical Family: Alcohol Ethoxylates

Labeling Claims: Not Listed In California Proposition 65

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Technical Data

Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family
Alcohol Ethoxylates
Chemical Name
Alcohols, C12-15, ethoxylated
INCI Name
C12-15 Pareth-12
CASE Ingredients Functions
Dispersant,
Emulsifier,
Wetting Agent
Cleaning Ingredients Functions
Detergent,
Dispersant,
Emulsifier,
Surfactant,
Surfactant (Nonionic),
Wetting Agent
Cosmetic Ingredients Functions
Dispersant,
Emulsifier,
Surfactant,
Surfactant (Nonionic),
Wetting Agent
Industrial Additives Functions
Dispersant,
Emulsifier,
Wetting Agent
Technologies
CASE,
Cleaning Ingredients,
Cosmetic Ingredients,
Industrial Additives & Materials
Product Families
CASE — Additives
Dispersing & Wetting Additives,
Functional Additives,
Rheology Modifiers & Stabilizers
Cleaning Ingredients — Cleaning Aids
Detergents & Degreasers,
Emulsifiers & Demulsifiers,
Wetting & Dispersion Aids
Cosmetic Ingredients — Functionals
Emulsifiers, Solubilizers & Dispersants
Industrial Additives & Materials — Processing Aids
Glass & Ceramic Additives
Cleaning Ingredients — Soaps & Surfactants
Nonionic Surfactants
Cosmetic Ingredients — Surfactants & Cleansers
Nonionic Surfactants

Features & Benefits

Benefit Claims
Acidic pH Stable,
Compatibility,
Dispersing,
Emulsifying,
Good Alkali Stability,
Good Wetting Properties
Labeling Claims
Not Listed In California Proposition 65
CASE Ingredients Features
Alkali Stability,
Good Acid Stability,
Good Compatibility
HII Features
Acid Stable,
Alkaline Stable,
Good Compatibility

Applications & Uses

Markets
HI&I Care,
Industrial
Applications
Industrial — Chemical & Industrial Manufacturing
Chemical Manufacturing
HI&I Care — Home Care
Laundry & Fabric Care,
Surface Care
HI&I Care — Institutional & Industrial Care
Industrial Cleaning
Industrial — Leather & Textiles
Textile Manufacturing
Home Care Applications
Detergents,
Hard Surface Cleaners,
Metal Cleaners,
Rug Shampoo
I&I Cleaning Applications
Metal Cleaners

Properties

Physical Form
Semi-solid
Soluble In
Water Soluble
Appearance
Hazy to semi solid liquid
Soluble in
Water
Stable in
Alkaline solutions, Aqueous acidic
Compatible with
Cationic surfactants, Anionic surfactants, Amphoteric surfactants
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
pH (at 25°C, 1% aqueous)5.5 - 7.5--
Hydroxyl Value74 - 79mg KOH/g-
Colormax. 50 .APHA-
HLB14.4--
Cloud Point (1% aq)78°C-
Activesmin. 99%-
Density (at 25°C)1.01g/ml-

Regulatory & Compliance

Chemical Inventories
AICS (Australia),
DSL (Canada),
ENCS (Japan),
IECSC (China),
KECI (Korea),
NZIoC (New Zealand),
PICCS (Phillipines),
TCSI (Taiwan),
TSCA (USA)

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life
24 months
Storage Conditions
  • Keep container closed and away from flammables, oxidizers, and corrosives.
  • Freezing will affect the physical condition, but will not damage the material.
  • Thaw and mix before using. Avoid localized overheating, vent containers while heating.
  • Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practices. Avoid inhalation of vapor or mist and contact with skin and eyes.