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Nonionic alcohol ethoxylate with balanced hydrophilic-lipophilic character for versatile performance across pH and temperature ranges.
Excellent wetting, emulsifying, and dispersing capabilities in aqueous systems.
Low foaming profile suitable for high-shear and industrial cleaning applications.
Biodegradable and compliant with OECD 301B screening test requirements.
Stable in hard water and compatible with anionic, cationic, and other nonionic surfactants.
Industrial and institutional cleaners (I&I), including floor cleaners and degreasers.
Agrochemical formulations as adjuvant for herbicide and fungicide spray solutions.
Textile auxiliaries for scouring, dye leveling, and dispersion of pigment pastes.
Paints and coatings as stabilizer for pigment dispersions and rheology modifier.
Home care products such as dishwashing liquids and all-purpose cleaners.
| Chemical Type | Linear alcohol ethoxylate (C13–C15, avg. 10 mol EO) |
| Product Form | Liquid |
| Appearance | Pale yellow to colorless, clear to slightly hazy liquid |
| pH (1% aqueous solution, 20 °C) | 5.5–7.0 |
| Active Content (wt %) | 98–100 |
| Cloud Point (1% aqueous solution) | 62–68 °C |
| Viscosity (20 °C) | 200–400 mPa·s |
| Odor | Characteristic mild fatty alcohol odor |
Q1: What is the primary chemical nature of Lutensol AO 10?
A: Lutensol AO 10 is a nonionic surfactant based on alkylphenol ethoxylate chemistry, specifically derived from linear C10–12 alcohol and approximately 10 moles of ethylene oxide — providing balanced hydrophilicity and lipophilicity for effective wetting and emulsification in industrial formulations.
Q2: In which types of industrial cleaning applications is Lutensol AO 10 most commonly used?
A: It is widely employed in alkaline and neutral-pH industrial cleaners for metal parts, textiles, and hard surfaces — valued for its low-foaming profile, good soil suspension, and compatibility with builders and chelating agents under elevated temperature conditions.
Q3: How does Lutensol AO 10 perform in hard water environments?
A: As a nonionic surfactant, Lutensol AO 10 maintains consistent performance across a broad range of water hardness levels and does not precipitate or lose efficacy in the presence of calcium or magnesium ions — unlike many anionic systems.
Q4: Is Lutensol AO 10 suitable for use in low-temperature cleaning processes?
A: Yes — its relatively low cloud point (typically observed between 35–45 °C) supports effective solubilization and detergency at ambient to moderately warm temperatures, making it well-suited for cold-water or energy-efficient cleaning cycles.
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