Guangzhou Eric Wei Chemical Co., Ltd.
Guangzhou Eric Wei Chemical Co., Ltd.

BASF Lutensol FA 5K Surfactants

BASF Lutensol FA 5K is a nonionic surfactant from BASF’s Lutensol FA series, featuring fatty alcohol ethoxylate chemistry with ~5 EO units. It delivers excellent wetting, emulsification and low-foaming performance in industrial cleaners, agrochemicals and textile auxiliaries. Highly soluble, biodegradable and compatible with electrolytes and other surfactants.
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Features Of BASF Lutensol FA 5K Surfactants

  1. Nonionic alcohol ethoxylate surfactant with balanced hydrophilic-lipophilic properties for versatile formulation performance.

  2. Excellent wetting and emulsifying capabilities in both hard and soft water conditions.

  3. Good low-temperature stability and compatibility with anionic, cationic, and other nonionic surfactants.

  4. Biodegradable molecular structure aligned with EU Ecolabel and OECD 301 screening criteria.

  5. Low foaming profile suitable for high-speed industrial cleaning and rinse-sensitive applications.

Typical Applications Of BASF Lutensol FA 5K Surfactants

  1. Industrial and institutional (I&I) hard-surface cleaners, including floor, glass, and metal degreasers.

  2. Agrochemical adjuvants for improving pesticide solubilization and foliar spread.

  3. Textile auxiliaries in dyeing and finishing processes, especially for polyester and blended fabrics.

  4. Paint and coating additives enhancing pigment dispersion and substrate wetting.

  5. Automotive care formulations such as pre-treatment cleaners and wax emulsifiers.

Specifications Of BASF Lutensol FA 5K Surfactants

Chemical TypeAlcohol ethoxylate (C13–C15, ~5 mol EO)
Product FormLiquid
AppearancePale yellow to colorless, clear liquid
pH (1% aqueous solution, 20 °C)5.5–7.0
Cloud Point (1% aqueous solution)Approx. 48–52 °C
Active Content99–100 wt%
Free Alcohol Content≤ 1.0 wt%
Storage StabilityStable ≥12 months at 5–30 °C in sealed container


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