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

BASF Lutensol TO 5 Tridecyl Alcohol Ethoxylate Surfactant

BASF Lutensol TO 5 is a nonionic surfactant from the Lutensol® TO series, featuring tridecyl alcohol ethoxylate with ~5 EO units. It delivers excellent wetting, emulsification and low-foaming performance in industrial cleaners, agrochemicals and textile auxiliaries. Known for its stable aqueous solubility, low cloud point and biodegradability, it enhances formulation efficiency while meeting stringent regulatory standards.
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Features Of BASF Lutensol TO 5 Tridecyl Alcohol Ethoxylate Surfactant

  1. Excellent wetting and leveling performance in aqueous systems.

  2. Good low-foaming behavior suitable for high-shear industrial processes.

  3. High chemical stability across a broad pH range (pH 4–12).

  4. Biodegradable profile aligned with OECD 301 screening criteria.

  5. Low volatility and favorable handling safety compared to shorter-chain ethoxylates.

Typical Applications Of BASF Lutensol TO 5 Tridecyl Alcohol Ethoxylate Surfactant

  1. Industrial and institutional cleaners, including hard-surface degreasers.

  2. Agrochemical formulations as an emulsifier and spreader agent.

  3. Textile auxiliaries for scouring, dye leveling, and softener stabilization.

  4. Paint and coating additives for pigment dispersion and gloss control.

Specifications Of BASF Lutensol TO 5 Tridecyl Alcohol Ethoxylate Surfactant

Chemical TypeNonionic surfactant — alcohol ethoxylate (C13 linear alcohol, avg. 5 EO units)
Product FormLiquid
AppearancePale yellow to colorless, clear liquid at 20 °C
pH (1% aqueous solution, 20 °C)5.5–7.0
Cloud Point (1% aqueous solution)Approx. 58–62 °C
Active Content (wt. %)99–100%
Viscosity (20 °C)150–300 mPa·s
SolubilityFreely soluble in water and common organic solvents (e.g., ethanol, glycol ethers)


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