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BASF Lutensol XA 60 Surfactants

BASF Lutensol XA 60 is a nonionic surfactant from BASF’s Lutensol® XA series, featuring ethoxylated linear C12–C15 alcohol with ~60 EO units. It offers excellent wetting, emulsification, and low-foaming performance in industrial cleaners, agrochemicals, and textile auxiliaries. Highly soluble, stable in hard water, and compatible with electrolytes and other surfactants.
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Features Of BASF Lutensol XA 60 Surfactants

  1. Nonionic surfactant based on ethoxylated linear alcohol with optimized hydrophilic-lipophilic balance (HLB ≈ 13.5) for broad compatibility.

  2. Excellent emulsification and solubilization performance in aqueous systems, even at low temperatures.

  3. Low foaming profile suitable for high-shear industrial cleaning and metalworking applications.

  4. Good biodegradability and favorable ecotoxicological profile aligned with OECD 301 standards.

  5. Stable in hard water and tolerant to common electrolytes, ensuring consistent performance in formulated products.

Typical Applications Of BASF Lutensol XA 60 Surfactants

  1. Industrial and institutional cleaners (I&I), including alkaline degreasers and CIP formulations.

  2. Metalworking fluids, especially semi-synthetic and soluble oil concentrates.

  3. Agrochemical adjuvants for enhancing active ingredient dispersion and foliar uptake.

  4. Textile auxiliaries, such as scouring and dyeing assistants in cotton processing.

  5. Paint and coating additives for pigment wetting and latex stabilization.

Specifications Of BASF Lutensol XA 60 Surfactants

Chemical TypeNonionic: Ethoxylated linear C13–C15 alcohol (approx. 60 mol EO)
Product FormLiquid
AppearancePale yellow to colorless, clear to slightly hazy liquid
HLB Value≈ 13.5
pH (1% aqueous solution)5.5 – 7.0
Density (20 °C)1.02 – 1.04 g/cm³
Cloud Point (1% aqueous solution)68 – 72 °C
SolubilityFreely soluble in water; miscible with common organic solvents


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