Hanson Chemicals

Ethoxylated Alcohol

Formula: General: CₓH₂ₓ₊₁(OCH₂CH₂)ₙOH
CAS Number: 68131-39-5 (common mixed grade, varies by specific)
EC Number (EINECS): 500-209-1 (varies by chain length/EO units)
HS Code: 34021190
UN Number: Not classified as dangerous goods
IUPAC Name: Alcohols, C₁₂–C₁₅, ethoxylated (example, varies by grade)
Also Known As: Fatty Alcohol Ethoxylates (FAE); Alcohol Polyoxyethylene Ether; AEO surfactant
Molecular Weight, g/mol: Varies with alkyl chain length and EO moles

Typical Specifications

Appearance: Clear to cloudy liquid or paste (depending on EO units)
Odor: Mild, characteristic
Flash Point, °C: >150
Solubility: Soluble in water, alcohols; dispersible in oils
Grades Available: Industrial, Technical, Detergent, Cosmetic
Packaging: 50kg drums, 200kg drums, 1000kg IBC, bulk

Applications / Uses

Primary Applications

  • Widely used as nonionic surfactant in detergents and cleaning formulations

  • Emulsifier in textile processing, agrochemicals, paints and coatings

  • Wetting agent in industrial cleaning and oilfield applications

Secondary Applications

  • Used in cosmetics and personal care (shampoos, creams, lotions)

  • Ingredient in paper, pulp, and leather processing

  • Formulation aid in polymerization and plastic additives

End Industries Served: Detergents, Textiles, Agrochemicals, Oil & Gas, Cosmetics & Personal Care, Paper & Pulp, Paints & Coatings, Industrial Cleaners

Safety & Handling Information

Hazard Class (GHS): Eye Irritation (Category 2), Skin Irritation (Category 2)

Hazard Statements (H-Codes):

  • H315: Causes skin irritation

  • H319: Causes serious eye irritation

Precautionary Statements (P-Codes):

  • P280: Wear protective gloves/eye protection

  • P264: Wash thoroughly after handling

  • P305 + P351 + P338: IF IN EYES – rinse cautiously with water, remove contact lenses if present

Storage Conditions

  • Store in tightly closed containers

  • Keep in cool, dry, ventilated area

  • Protect from moisture and direct sunlight

Transport Information

  • ADR/RID: Not classified as dangerous goods

  • IMDG: Not classified as dangerous goods

  • IATA: Not classified as dangerous goods

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