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Nonylphenol Ethoxylate NP-9 (NPE-9)

NPE
CAS 9016-45-9 · Formula C19H32O3 · MW 308.5 g/mol

A nonionic alkylphenol-ethoxylate surfactant for detergency, emulsification, and wetting. Established uses include service as a surfactant, emulsifier, and wetting agent in detergents, cleaners, and industrial formulations.

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HS Code
3402.42
At a Glance
Material Family
Surfactants - Nonionic
Record Type
Pure compound
Primary Role
Surfactancy · Wetting
Solubility
>1000 mg/l
Industries Served
Applications & Use Cases
  • Surfactant: nonionic surfactant for detergents and cleaners
  • Emulsifier: emulsification in formulated and industrial products
  • Wetting agent: wetting and dispersing aid
Physical Properties
Melting Point
42-43 °C
Solubility
>1000 mg/l
Safety & Handling
Full SDS available on request

A grade-specific Safety Data Sheet (SDS) — with the complete hazard classification, handling precautions, and transport information — is supplied with every shipment and available on request. Confirm all safety and regulatory details against the SDS for your specific grade.

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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
9016-45-9
Molecular Formula
C19H32O3
Molecular Weight
308.5 g/mol
IUPAC Name
2-[2-(4-nonylphenoxy)ethoxy]ethanol
PubChem CID
InChI Key
BLXVTZPGEOGTGG-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Synonyms & Trade Names
4-Nonylphenol diethoxylate Nonoxynol-2 2-[2-(4-Nonylphenoxy)ethoxy]ethanol 4-Nonyl Phenol Diethoxylate 2-(2-(4-Nonylphenoxy)ethoxy)ethanol 2-[2-(4-nonylphenoxy)ethoxy]ethan-1-ol Ethanol, 2-(2-(4-nonylphenoxy)ethoxy)- Polyoxyethylene (12) nonylphenyl ether Ethanol, 2-[2-(4-nonylphenoxy)ethoxy]- Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), a-(nonylphenyl)-w-hydroxy- Adekatol NP
Full Description

Nonylphenol ethoxylate (NPE, CAS 9016-45-9) is the ethoxylated condensate of nonylphenol, a nonionic surfactant. Established uses include service as a surfactant, emulsifier, and wetting agent in detergents, cleaners, and industrial formulations.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is NP9 an emulsifier?

Yes. Nonylphenol ethoxylate-9 is a nonionic surfactant that emulsifies oil phases into water and also acts as a wetting and dispersing aid in detergents, cleaners, and industrial formulations.

What is nonylphenol ethoxylate-9 used for?

NPE-9 functions as a nonionic surfactant in detergents and cleaners, as an emulsifier in formulated and industrial products, and as a wetting/dispersing additive.

What is the chemical identity of nonylphenol ethoxylate-9?

NPE is the ethoxylated condensate of nonylphenol, CAS 9016-45-9, a nonionic surfactant. The 9 designates an average of roughly nine ethylene-oxide units per molecule.

How does NPE-9 differ from other ethoxylate grades like NPE-10?

Grades differ by average ethoxylation, which shifts the HLB and water solubility; higher EO numbers are generally more hydrophilic. Specify the EO grade you require so the correct material is supplied.

What is the cost of bulk nonylphenol ethoxylate-9?

Bulk price varies with volume, packaging (drums, totes, IBCs), and freight. Send your quantity and destination for a current quote; a CoA and SDS are included with bulk orders.

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