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Ammonium Salt of Sulfated Alkylphenol Ethoxylate

CAS 68649-55-8

An anionic emulsifier and surfactant for industrial emulsion and cleaning systems. It functions as an emulsifier and wetting/foaming surfactant in industrial formulations.

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HS Code
3402.49
At a Glance
Material Family
Surfactants - Nonionic
Record Type
Pure compound
Primary Role
Surfactancy · Wetting
Applications & Use Cases
  • Emulsification: anionic emulsifier for industrial emulsion systems
  • Wetting: surface-tension reduction in industrial formulations
  • Detergency: cleansing surfactant in industrial cleaners
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 . 49
Chapter 34
Soap, organic surface-active agents, washing and lubricating preparations, waxes
Heading 34.02
Internationally harmonized (WCO HS)
Subheading 3402.49
6-digit international code — national tariff line adds further digits
Chemical Identity
CAS Number
68649-55-8
Synonyms & Trade Names
Ammonium alkylphenol ethoxylate sulfate
Full Description

This material (CAS 68649-55-8) is the ammonium salt of a sulfated alkylphenol ethoxylate, an anionic surfactant. It functions as an emulsifier and wetting/foaming surfactant in industrial formulations.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is sulfated alkylphenol ethoxylate (ammonium salt) used for?

This material is the ammonium salt of a sulfated alkylphenol ethoxylate, an anionic surfactant used as an emulsifier for industrial emulsion systems (including emulsion polymerization), as a wetting agent that reduces surface tension in industrial formulations, and as a cleansing/detergency surfactant in industrial cleaners. CAS 68649-55-8. It is supplied as an aqueous active for formulation.

What is alkylphenol ethoxylate sulfate made from?

It is produced by ethoxylating an alkylphenol, sulfating the resulting ethoxylate, and neutralizing with ammonia to form the ammonium salt (CAS 68649-55-8). The alkylphenol hydrophobe gives strong emulsifying and wetting performance. Request the CoA and SDS for the specific grade and active level.

What is the difference between this and an alcohol ethoxylate surfactant?

This is a sulfated (anionic) alkylphenol ethoxylate carrying a charged sulfate group, whereas alcohol ethoxylates are typically nonionic and built on a linear alcohol rather than an alkylphenol. The anionic charge here aids emulsion stabilization and detergency. Select based on charge type, substrate, and formulation compatibility.

What is the CAS number and HS code for this surfactant?

This ammonium salt of sulfated alkylphenol ethoxylate is CAS 68649-55-8, an anionic surfactant classified under HS code 3402.49. Active concentration is defined per lot on the Certificate of Analysis. Confirm the assay before formulating.

How is this surfactant packaged in bulk and priced?

It is supplied in drums, totes, and bulk to industrial manufacturers and formulators. Pricing depends on active concentration, volume, and packaging, so request a bulk quote rather than a list price. The SDS and CoA accompany the quote.

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