LAURETH 12

Laureth-12 is a non-ionic surfactant derived from lauryl alcohol ethoxylated with about 12 ethylene oxide units.

CAS:

9002-92-0

Formula:

C₃₆H₇₄O₁₃

Molar Weight

715 g/mol

Melting Point

~41 – 45 °C

Boiling Point

~305 °C

Density

1.05 g/cm³ at 70°C

Forms

waxy solid or paste form

Odor

Generally minimal characteristic odor.

Key applications

Helps form stable oil-in-water emulsions in creams and lotions. :contentReference[oaicite:15]{index=15}
Acts as a cleansing agent in shampoos and bath products by lifting oil and dirt. :contentReference[oaicite:16]{index=16}
Improves wetting and dispersing of ingredients in detergents and industrial cleaners. :contentReference[oaicite:17]{index=17}
Used in textile processing to wet cotton and assist in cleaning/dyeing processes. :contentReference[oaicite:18]{index=18}
Helps stabilise formulations with mixed oil/water phases and boosts foaming performance. :contentReference[oaicite:19]{index=19}

Industries

Personal care (skin care, hair care) :contentReference[oaicite:20]{index=20}
Household & industrial detergents and cleaning agents :contentReference[oaicite:21]{index=21}
Textile and leather processing (wetting, finishing) :contentReference[oaicite:22]{index=22}
Coatings, adhesives, polymer additives where emulsifier/wetting is needed :contentReference[oaicite:23]{index=23}

Polyoxyethylene (12) Lauryl Ether

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