Chemal LA-23 is primarily recommended for evaluation in emulsifying and dispersant/solubilizing applications.
Chemal LA-23 is a nonionic surfactant belonging to the group of ethoxylated fatty alcohols, INCI name: Laureth-23. The product belongs to a group of surfactants based on lauryl alcohol with a chemical description of “Poly (oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), α-dodecyl-ω-hydroxy-”. Chemal LA-23 is most commonly used as an emulsifying and dispersing agent in industrial formulations which include hard surface and textile cleaners. Use in textile formulations also includes dyeing auxiliaries.
It is a soft white solid with a maximum color of 100 APHA at 25°C. The product is sold in 100% active form and has a melt point of 32°C. Chemal LA-23 forms a clear solution in water and maintains clarity up to the boiling point (>100°C).
This product is characterized by an HLB value of 16.7 and may be mixed with other nonionic, cationic, and anionic agents. Due to the long carbon chain, Chemal LA-23 also provides lubricity and emulsification attributes in multiple industry formulations.
PCC Chemax Inc. is specialized in the production of surfactants and chemical specialist additives used, i.a. in the metallurgical, textile, refinery and mining, and plastics industry.
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