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

BASF Plurafac LF 221 Low Foaming Nonionic Surfactant

BASF Plurafac LF 221 is a low-foaming nonionic surfactant from the Plurafac® series, formulated with ethoxylated linear alcohols for superior wetting, emulsification, and soil removal in industrial cleaners. It delivers excellent stability in hard water and across broad pH ranges while minimizing foam—ideal for CIP, textile processing, and metalworking fluids.
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Features Of BASF Plurafac LF 221 Low Foaming Nonionic Surfactant

  1. Exceptionally low foaming profile suitable for high-shear and automated cleaning processes.

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

  3. Highly stable across broad pH range (pH 2–13), enabling compatibility with acidic and alkaline formulations.

  4. Biodegradable surfactant system meeting OECD 301 standard requirements.

  5. Nonionic nature ensures low irritation potential and compatibility with cationic and anionic ingredients.

Typical Applications Of BASF Plurafac LF 221 Low Foaming Nonionic Surfactant

  1. Industrial and institutional (I&I) hard surface cleaners, including floor, tile, and stainless steel cleaners.

  2. Low-foam detergent formulations for automatic dishwashing machines (ADW) and car wash systems.

  3. Emulsion polymerization aids in acrylic and styrene-butadiene latex production.

  4. Textile processing auxiliaries for scouring, rinsing, and dye leveling agents.

  5. Agrochemical adjuvants enhancing spray droplet retention and active ingredient dispersion.

Specifications Of BASF Plurafac LF 221 Low Foaming Nonionic Surfactant

Chemical TypeAlkylphenol ethoxylate (APE-free), nonionic surfactant
Product FormLiquid
AppearancePale yellow to amber viscous liquid
pH (1% aqueous solution)5.5–7.0
SolubilityFreely soluble in water and common organic solvents
Cloud Point (1% aqueous solution)68–72 °C
Active Content98–100%
Primary ApplicationsLow-foam cleaning, emulsification, wetting, and dispersing


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