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BASF Dehypon 2574 Surfactant

BASF Dehypon® 2574 is a nonionic surfactant from the Dehypon® LS series, featuring high foaming, excellent wetting and emulsifying properties. It’s widely used in industrial cleaners, textile auxiliaries and agrochemical formulations due to its low-foam versatility, good biodegradability and compatibility with electrolytes and hard water.
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Features Of BASF Dehypon 2574 Surfactant

  1. Nonionic surfactant based on alkyl polyglucoside (APG) chemistry, offering excellent environmental and toxicological profile.

  2. High foaming capacity with stable, creamy foam even in hard water and across wide pH ranges (pH 4–12).

  3. Outstanding skin compatibility and mildness, making it suitable for personal care formulations requiring low irritation potential.

  4. Good wetting and emulsifying performance, especially effective in oil-in-water systems with natural oils and esters.

  5. Biodegradable (>90% OECD 301B), non-accumulative, and free of ethylene oxide (EO-free) and preservatives.

Typical Applications Of BASF Dehypon 2574 Surfactant

  1. Shampoos and body washes for sensitive and baby care products.

  2. Hand soaps and liquid cleansers in professional hygiene and institutional settings.

  3. Make-up removers and facial cleansers in premium skincare formulations.

  4. Household cleaning concentrates where mildness and ecological compliance are critical.

  5. Specialty industrial cleaners for electronics or medical device pre-cleaning where residue-free rinsing is required.

Specifications Of BASF Dehypon 2574 Surfactant

Chemical TypeAlkyl Polyglucoside (C8–C10 APG)
Product FormPale yellow to amber viscous liquid
Appearance (25 °C)Clear to slightly opalescent, homogeneous liquid
pH (10% aqueous solution)6.5 – 8.5
Active Content50.0 – 54.0 wt-%
Free Fatty Alcohol≤ 1.5 wt-%
SolubilityFreely soluble in water; miscible with common polar solvents and surfactants
Storage StabilityStable for ≥ 24 months at 5–25 °C in sealed original packaging


BASF Dehypon 2574 Surfactant – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What is the primary chemical nature of Dehypon 2574?

A: Dehypon 2574 is a nonionic surfactant based on alkyl polyglucoside (APG) chemistry, offering excellent biodegradability, low toxicity, and compatibility with a broad range of ionic and nonionic ingredients.


Q2: In which types of industrial cleaning formulations is Dehypon 2574 most commonly used?

A: It is widely employed in high-performance, eco-conscious industrial and institutional cleaners—particularly alkaline heavy-duty degreasers, CIP (clean-in-place) solutions, and low-foaming equipment washes where mildness to surfaces and operator safety are key considerations.


Q3: How does Dehypon 2574 perform in hard water conditions?

A: As a nonionic APG-based surfactant, Dehypon 2574 maintains good surface activity and foaming stability across a wide range of water hardness levels, without significant precipitation or performance loss typically associated with anionic surfactants.


Q4: Is Dehypon 2574 compatible with common oxidizing agents like hydrogen peroxide or sodium hypochlorite?

A: Yes, Dehypon 2574 demonstrates good stability in formulations containing moderate concentrations of oxidizing agents, making it suitable for use in disinfecting and sanitizing cleaner blends when formulated appropriately.


Q5: What are typical dosage guidelines for Dehypon 2574 in ready-to-use cleaning products?

A: Dosage depends on formulation requirements and desired performance attributes, but it is typically used at low concentrations—generally ranging from 0.1% to 2% by weight—in finished products to balance cleaning efficacy, foam control, and cost efficiency.



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