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

BASF Plurafac LF405 Low Foaming Nonionic Surfactant

BASF Plurafac LF405 is a low-foaming nonionic surfactant from the Plurafac series, engineered for high-efficiency cleaning in industrial and institutional applications. It delivers excellent wetting, emulsification, and soil removal with minimal foam—ideal for CIP systems, metalworking fluids, and hard-surface cleaners where foam control is critical.
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Features Of BASF Plurafac LF405 Low Foaming Nonionic Surfactant

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

  2. Excellent wetting and soil removal performance on hydrophobic surfaces, including plastics and metals.

  3. High compatibility with anionic and nonionic builders, chelants, and enzymes in formulated systems.

  4. Stable across a broad pH range (pH 4–12) and tolerant to moderate levels of water hardness.

  5. Biodegradable surfactant system meeting OECD 301 series standards for ready biodegradability.

Typical Applications Of BASF Plurafac LF405 Low Foaming Nonionic Surfactant

  1. Industrial and institutional (I&I) hard surface cleaners, especially for floor scrubbers and spray-and-vac systems.

  2. Low-foam metal cleaning formulations for parts washers and ultrasonic cleaning baths.

  3. Automotive and aerospace maintenance cleaners requiring rapid drainage and minimal residue.

  4. Pharmaceutical equipment cleaning agents (CIP/SIP-compatible formulations).

  5. Eco-labeled household dishwashing liquids and pre-soak additives where foam suppression is critical.

Specifications Of BASF Plurafac LF405 Low Foaming Nonionic Surfactant

Chemical TypeAlkyl ethoxylate-based nonionic surfactant (C12–C15, ~5 EO units)
Product FormLiquid
AppearancePale yellow to colorless, clear liquid
pH (1% aqueous solution, 20°C)6.0–7.5
Solubility in WaterFreely soluble at room temperature
Cloud Point (1% aqueous solution)~55–60°C
Active Content (as supplied)~98–100%
Primary ApplicationsLow-foam industrial cleaning, CIP formulations, hard surface detergents


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