NONOXYNOL 9

Nonoxynol-9 (also called N-9) is a nonionic surfactant belonging to the nonoxynol family.

CAS:

14409-72-4

Formula:

C₃₃H₆₀O₁₀

Molar Weight

≈ 616.82 g/mol

Melting Point

46–47 °C

Boiling Point

662 °C

Density

~ 1.044 g/cm³

Forms

Clear, colourless oily liquid

Odor

Weak, characteristic odor

Key applications

Used as a spermicide in vaginal contraceptive products. :contentReference[oaicite:8]{index=8}
Serves as a nonionic surfactant in detergents and cleaners. :contentReference[oaicite:9]{index=9}
Acts as an emulsifier in cosmetic and industrial formulations. :contentReference[oaicite:10]{index=10}
Employed in polymerization processes as a stabilizer and dispersant. :contentReference[oaicite:11]{index=11}
Used in metalworking fluids for lubrication and cooling. :contentReference[oaicite:12]{index=12}

Industries

Pharmaceutical / Contraceptive industry :contentReference[oaicite:13]{index=13}
Cosmetics and personal care :contentReference[oaicite:14]{index=14}
Detergent and cleaning products :contentReference[oaicite:15]{index=15}
Metalworking / Industrial fluids :contentReference[oaicite:16]{index=16}
Textile and polymer manufacturing :contentReference[oaicite:17]{index=17}

N-9; N9; N-9; Nonoxynol9; Nonoxinolum 9; Nonylphenol octa(oxyethylene) ethanol; Nonaethylene glycol mono(p-nonylphenyl) ether; PEG-9 nonyl phenyl ether; Tergitol NP9; Delfen; Conceptrol.

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