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

Dow ECOSURF LF-20 Semiconductor Back-End Surfactant

Dow ECOSURF LF-20 Semiconductor Back-End Surfactant is a low-foaming, high-purity nonionic surfactant from Dow’s ECOSURF LF series. Designed for post-CMP cleaning and wafer rinse applications, it delivers superior residue removal, minimal particle redeposition, and excellent compatibility with advanced photoresists and low-k dielectrics in semiconductor backend processes.
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Features Of Dow ECOSURF LF-20 Semiconductor Back-End Surfactant

  1. Low-foaming, high-efficiency nonionic surfactant engineered specifically for semiconductor back-end cleaning and rinse processes.

  2. Exceptional residue-free performance with ultra-low ionic and metallic impurity content (<1 ppb Na, K, Ca, Fe, Cu).

  3. High hydrolytic stability in deionized water and compatibility with low-pH and neutral process chemistries.

  4. Reduces surface tension to <28 mN/m at 0.1 wt% in DI water at 25°C, enabling superior wetting of advanced packaging substrates.

  5. Designed for high-purity manufacturing environments — manufactured and tested under ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certified processes.

Typical Applications Of Dow ECOSURF LF-20 Semiconductor Back-End Surfactant

  1. Post-CMP (Chemical Mechanical Planarization) rinse formulations for copper/low-k interconnects.

  2. Wafer-level packaging (WLP) and fan-out wafer-level packaging (FOWLP) cleaning solutions.

  3. Die attach prep and underfill pre-wetting steps in advanced heterogeneous integration processes.

  4. Final rinse additives in single-wafer and batch tools to suppress watermark formation and particle redeposition.

  5. Formulation component in low-residue, low-VOC post-etch and post-strip rinse concentrates.

Specifications Of Dow ECOSURF LF-20 Semiconductor Back-End Surfactant



Chemical TypeAlkylphenol ethoxylate–free nonionic surfactant (branched C12–C15 alcohol ethoxylate)
Product FormPale yellow to colorless viscous liquid
AppearanceClear, homogeneous liquid; no phase separation at 20–30°C
Active Content99.0–100.0 wt% (by HPLC)
pH (1% aqueous solution, 25°C)5.5–7.0
Primary ApplicationsSemiconductor back-end cleaning, rinse enhancement, defect suppression
Key FeaturesUltra-low ionic contamination, low foaming, high DI-water solubility, non-reducing
Regulatory ComplianceREACH registered; RoHS compliant; no SVHCs on current candidate list


Compatible Systems Of Dow ECOSURF LF-20 Semiconductor Back-End Surfactant

Common Compatible SystemsSuitability
Deionized (DI) water-based rinse systemsHighly Recommended – Fully miscible; maintains clarity and stability up to 50°C
Dilute organic acid (e.g., acetic, citric) rinse chemistriesRecommended – Stable for ≥72 h at 25°C; no precipitation or cloud point shift
Standard semiconductor tool platforms (TEL, SCREEN, Lam Research)Highly Recommended – Validated in spin-rinse, megasonic, and spray-rinse modules
Non-ionic additive blends (e.g., with glycol ethers or siloxane surfactants)Suitable – Compatible when total nonionic loading ≤ 2.0 wt%; requires formulation screening

Dow ECOSURF LF-20 Semiconductor Back-End Surfactant – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What is the CAS Registry Number for Dow ECOSURF LF-20?

A: The CAS Registry Number is 128852-46-2.


Q2: What is the typical usage concentration in semiconductor rinse applications?

A: Recommended dosage ranges from 0.02 to 0.15 wt% in final rinse solution, optimized per tool type and substrate topography.


Q3: How does ECOSURF LF-20 compare to ECOSURF EH-9 in back-end processes?

A: LF-20 offers lower foam, higher thermal/chemical stability, and stricter metal impurity control (<1 ppb vs. <10 ppb) versus EH-9 — making it suitable for advanced nodes (≤7 nm) and high-aspect-ratio packaging.


Q4: Is ECOSURF LF-20 compliant with SEMI S2 and S8 safety standards?

A: Yes — full SEMI S2 hazard assessment and S8 ergonomics evaluation are available upon request under NDA; product meets all applicable occupational exposure limits (OEL <1 mg/m³).


Q5: Does ECOSURF LF-20 exhibit extractables or leachables in contact with polymeric encapsulants or mold compounds?

A: No significant extractables observed under standard JEDEC MSL-1 conditions (30°C/60% RH, 168 h); validated via LC-MS analysis per IEC 60750-2.



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