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

BASF Plurafac LF 131 Low Foaming Nonionic Surfactant

BASF Plurafac LF 131 is a low-foaming nonionic surfactant from BASF’s Plurafac series, formulated with ethoxylated linear alcohols for superior wetting, emulsification and soil removal in industrial cleaners, agrochemicals and metalworking fluids—offering excellent hard-water tolerance and low foam across wide pH and temperature ranges.
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Features Of BASF Plurafac LF 131 Low Foaming Nonionic Surfactant

  1. Exceptionally low foaming profile suitable for high-shear and enclosed cleaning systems.

  2. Excellent emulsification and soil suspension performance in hard water conditions.

  3. Highly stable across a broad pH range (pH 2–13), ensuring formulation robustness.

  4. Biodegradable and compliant with OECD 301 standards for environmental safety.

  5. Compatible with anionic, cationic, and other nonionic surfactants in complex formulations.

Typical Applications Of BASF Plurafac LF 131 Low Foaming Nonionic Surfactant

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

  2. Low-foam alkaline and neutral detergents for CIP (Clean-in-Place) systems.

  3. Automotive parts cleaning formulations requiring rapid draining and minimal residue.

  4. Textile pre-treatment and rinse aids where foam interference must be avoided.

  5. Electronics manufacturing cleaning agents for precision components and PCBs.

Specifications Of BASF Plurafac LF 131 Low Foaming Nonionic Surfactant

Chemical TypeAlkylphenol ethoxylate (APE-free), nonionic surfactant
Product FormLiquid
AppearancePale yellow to amber viscous liquid
pH (1% aqueous solution)6.0–7.5
SolubilityFreely soluble in water and common organic solvents
Cloud Point (1% aqueous solution)Approx. 68–72 °C
Active Content (as supplied)98–100%
Primary ApplicationsLow-foam cleaning, emulsification, wetting, and rinsing


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