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

BASF Plurafac LF401 Low Foaming Nonionic Surfactant

BASF Plurafac LF401 is a low-foaming nonionic surfactant from the Plurafac series, designed for industrial cleaning and metalworking applications. It delivers excellent wetting, emulsification, and soil removal with minimal foam—ideal for high-shear or enclosed systems. Based on alkylphenol ethoxylate technology, it offers robust performance in hard water and across wide pH/temperature ranges.
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Features Of BASF Plurafac LF401 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. Good compatibility with anionic, cationic, and amphoteric surfactants in formulated systems.

  4. Stable across a broad pH range (pH 2–13), supporting robust formulation flexibility.

  5. Biodegradable based on OECD 301 series tests, aligning with sustainability requirements.

Typical Applications Of BASF Plurafac LF401 Low Foaming Nonionic Surfactant

  1. Industrial and institutional (I&I) aqueous cleaners for floor scrubbers and parts washers.

  2. Low-foam alkaline detergents used in CIP (Clean-in-Place) systems for food and beverage processing.

  3. Formulations for textile pre-treatment and desizing where foam interference must be minimized.

  4. Engineered cleaning solutions for automotive and metalworking applications requiring rapid rinseability.

  5. Specialty detergent blends for medical device reprocessing equipment.

Specifications Of BASF Plurafac LF401 Low Foaming Nonionic Surfactant

Chemical TypeAlkylphenol ethoxylate (APE-free), nonionic surfactant
Product FormLiquid
AppearancePale yellow to amber, clear to slightly hazy liquid
pH (1% aqueous solution, 20°C)5.5–7.0
Active Content (wt. %)98–100%
SolubilityFreely soluble in water and common organic solvents
Cloud Point (1% aqueous solution)~65°C
Primary ApplicationsLow-foam industrial cleaning, CIP formulations, metal and textile processing


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