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CAS 68412-54-4

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Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), α-(nonylphenyl)-ω-hydroxy-, branched

Description:
Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), α-(nonylphenyl)-ω-hydroxy-, branched, commonly referred to as nonylphenol ethoxylate, is a non-ionic surfactant characterized by its hydrophilic ethylene oxide chains and hydrophobic nonylphenyl groups. This compound exhibits excellent emulsifying, wetting, and dispersing properties, making it widely used in various industrial applications, including detergents, agricultural formulations, and personal care products. Its branched structure contributes to its effectiveness as a surfactant, enhancing solubility in both aqueous and organic solvents. The presence of the nonylphenyl group imparts hydrophobic characteristics, while the ethylene oxide units provide hydrophilicity, allowing for versatile applications. However, it is important to note that nonylphenol and its derivatives have raised environmental and health concerns due to their potential endocrine-disrupting effects and persistence in the environment. Consequently, regulatory measures are increasingly scrutinizing their use, prompting the development of alternative surfactants that are more environmentally friendly.
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Synonyms:
  • (C9) Branched alkylphenol ethoxylate
  • Branched Nonylphenol Ethoxylate
  • Branched alpha.-(nonylphenyl)-ω-hydroxy poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl)
  • Isononylphenylethoxylate
  • Nonylphenol and its ethoxylates
  • Nonylphenol, Ethoxylate, Branched
  • Nonylphenol, branched, ethoxylated
  • Nonylphenoxypoly(Ethyleneoxy)Ethanol Branched
  • Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), α-hydro-ω-hydroxy-, branched nonylphenyl ethers
  • Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl),a-(nonylphenyl)-w- hydroxy-,branched
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