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Nonionic ethoxylated alcohol surfactant with excellent low-foaming performance in alkaline and hard water conditions.
Outstanding emulsification and solubilization capacity for hydrophobic actives and oils.
Good thermal stability and compatibility with anionic, cationic, and other nonionic surfactants.
Biodegradable molecular structure aligned with EU Ecolabel and OECD 301 series testing criteria.
Low skin irritation potential, supporting safer handling in industrial and institutional formulations.
Industrial and institutional (I&I) hard-surface cleaners, especially for floor, glass, and stainless-steel cleaners.
Alkaline detergent formulations for metal cleaning and parts washing in automotive and manufacturing sectors.
Emulsion polymerization aids in acrylic and styrene-butadiene latex production.
Agrochemical adjuvants for improving spray droplet retention and active ingredient dispersion.
Textile auxiliaries in scouring and dyeing preparations requiring low foam and high wetting efficiency.
| Chemical Type | Branched C13–C15 alcohol ethoxylate (EO ≈ 50 mol) |
| Product Form | Pale yellow to amber viscous liquid |
| Appearance | Clear to slightly hazy, homogeneous liquid at 25 °C |
| pH (1% aqueous solution) | 5.5 – 7.0 |
| Active Content | ≈ 50 wt.% (balance: water and minor process residues) |
| Solubility in Water | Freely soluble at room temperature; forms clear solutions above 15 °C |
| Cloud Point (1% solution) | ≈ 75 °C |
| Primary Applications | Low-foam cleaning, emulsification, solubilization, wetting |
Q1: What is the primary chemical nature of Lutensol XL 50?
A: Lutensol XL 50 is a nonionic surfactant based on ethoxylated linear alcohols, specifically designed with a balanced hydrophilic-lipophilic profile to deliver effective solubilization and emulsification in demanding industrial formulations.
Q2: In which types of industrial cleaning applications is Lutensol XL 50 commonly used?
A: It is widely employed in high-performance aqueous cleaners for metalworking, industrial degreasers, and CIP (clean-in-place) systems, where its low-foaming behavior, thermal stability, and compatibility with electrolytes support robust cleaning under elevated temperatures and hard water conditions.
Q3: How does Lutensol XL 50 perform in formulations containing other surfactants or builders?
A: Lutensol XL 50 exhibits good compatibility with anionic, nonionic, and amphoteric surfactants, as well as common inorganic builders like sodium carbonate and sodium silicate, enabling synergistic performance in multi-component detergent systems without significant phase separation or viscosity instability.
Q4: Is Lutensol XL 50 suitable for low-temperature cleaning processes?
A: Yes — its optimized ethoxylation pattern provides excellent cold-water solubility and maintains effective soil removal capability even at ambient to moderately low temperatures, making it suitable for energy-efficient cleaning operations.
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