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C12-13 Pareth-3

CAS 66455-14-9

A short-chain alcohol ethoxylate used as a nonionic surfactant and emulsifier. Alcohol ethoxylates of this type function as surfactants, emulsifiers, and wetting agents in cleaning and personal-care formulations.

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HS Code
3402.42
At a Glance
Material Family
Surfactants - Nonionic
Record Type
Pure compound
Primary Role
Cleaning / Degreasing · Surfactancy
Functional Roles
Cleaning / Degreasing Surfactancy Wetting
INCI Name
C12-13 PARETH-9
CosIng Functions
SURFACTANT - CLEANSINGSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYING
Industries Served
Beauty & Personal Care HI&I Cleaning
Applications & Use Cases
  • ▸ Surfactant: Nonionic surfactant for cleaning and personal-care formulations.
  • ▸ Emulsifier: Emulsifier and co-emulsifier for oil-in-water systems.
  • ▸ Wetting agent: Wetting and spreading aid in formulations.
Safety & Handling
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HS / Tariff Classification
Harmonized System (HS) Code — 6-digit international heading
3402 . 42
Chapter 34
Soap, organic surface-active agents, washing and lubricating preparations, waxes
Heading 34.02
Internationally harmonized (WCO HS)
Subheading 3402.42
6-digit international code — national tariff line adds further digits
Chemical Identity
CAS Number
66455-14-9
INCI Name
C12-13 PARETH-9
Synonyms & Trade Names
Alcohols C12-13
Full Description

C12-13 Pareth-3 (CAS 66455-14-9) is a nonionic surfactant — a polyethylene-glycol ether of C12-13 fatty alcohols with an average of 3 ethylene-oxide units. Alcohol ethoxylates of this type function as surfactants, emulsifiers, and wetting agents in cleaning and personal-care formulations.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is C12-13 Pareth-3?

C12-13 Pareth-3 (CAS 66455-14-9) is a nonionic surfactant — a polyethylene-glycol ether of C12-13 fatty alcohols carrying an average of 3 ethylene-oxide units. Alcohol ethoxylates of this type function as surfactants, emulsifiers, and wetting agents in cleaning and personal-care formulations.

Is C12-13 Pareth-3 the same as Sodium C12-13 Pareth Sulfate?

No. C12-13 Pareth-3 is the nonionic ethoxylated fatty-alcohol ether itself. Sodium C12-13 Pareth Sulfate is the anionic sulfate ester made by sulfating an ethoxylated C12-13 alcohol and neutralizing with sodium — a different material with a different INCI name and CAS.

What is C12-13 Pareth-3 used for?

It is used as a nonionic surfactant, emulsifier/co-emulsifier for oil-in-water systems, and wetting/spreading aid in cleaning and personal-care formulations. The low ethoxylation degree (~3 EO) makes it relatively oil-compatible compared with higher-EO grades.

Does RawSource supply C12-13 Pareth-3 in bulk packaging?

Yes. RawSource distributes industrial surfactants in bulk formats such as drums, IBC totes, and tankers to manufacturers. Contact us with your target volume and we will quote available pack sizes and lead time.

Can RawSource provide a CoA and SDS for C12-13 Pareth-3?

Yes. A Certificate of Analysis and Safety Data Sheet are provided with shipments. Request current documentation against CAS 66455-14-9 when you submit an RFQ.

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