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BASF Plantacare 818 UP Surfactant

BASF Plantacare 818 UP is a biodegradable, mild nonionic surfactant from BASF’s Plantacare® series, derived from renewable raw materials. It delivers excellent foaming, cleansing, and skin compatibility for sulfate-free personal care formulations like shampoos and body washes. ECOCERT- and COSMOS-approved, it enhances viscosity and stabilizes foam without irritation.
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Features Of BASF Plantacare 818 UP Surfactant

  1. Derived from renewable plant-based raw materials (coconut and corn), supporting sustainable formulation strategies.

  2. Exceptional mildness profile with low irritation potential, ideal for sensitive-skin and baby-care applications.

  3. High foaming capacity with rich, stable, and creamy foam structure across a broad pH range (pH 4–7).

  4. Excellent compatibility with anionic, nonionic, amphoteric, and cationic ingredients in complex surfactant systems.

  5. Enhanced viscosity-building effect in aqueous formulations without requiring additional thickeners.

Typical Applications Of BASF Plantacare 818 UP Surfactant

  1. Transparent and pearlescent liquid hand soaps and body washes.

  2. Shampoos and 2-in-1 conditioning shampoos for adults and children.

  3. Facial cleansers and micellar water formulations.

  4. Baby shampoos and gentle cleansing lotions.

  5. Eco-certified personal care products compliant with COSMOS and Ecocert standards.

Specifications Of BASF Plantacare 818 UP Surfactant

Chemical TypeAlkyl polyglucoside (APG) / Fatty alcohol ethoxylate blend
Product FormClear to slightly opalescent viscous liquid
AppearanceColorless to pale yellow liquid
pH (10% aqueous solution)6.5 – 8.0
Active Matter Content≥ 80.0 wt-%
SolubilityFreely soluble in water; miscible with common polar solvents
Primary ApplicationsPersonal care cleansing formulations
Key FeaturesMild, biodegradable, non-irritating, plant-derived


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