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Surfactants - Cationic
Polydiallyldimethylammonium Chloride (PolyDADMAC)
CAS 26062-79-3
A cationic polymer solution used as a coagulant and flocculant in drinking water and wastewater treatment, and as a charge-control additive in papermaking.
Film Formation
Conditioning
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Silicone Fluids & Oils
Polydimethylsiloxane (Silicone oil)
CAS 63148-62-9
A clear, inert silicone fluid used for lubrication, release, defoaming, and water-repellency across diverse industrial applications.
Defoaming / Foam Control
Slip / Release
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Silicone Fluids & Oils
Polyether-Modified Trisiloxane (Trisiloxane Surfactant)
CAS 27306-78-1
A silicone-based nonionic surfactant with extremely low surface tension for rapid wetting and spreading in agrochemical sprays, coatings.
Surfactancy
Wetting
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Polymers & Resins
Polyethylene (PE)
CAS 9002-88-4
A thermoplastic polymer supplied as pellets or powder in low- and high-density grades for films, containers, pipe, and injection-molded products.
Thickening / Rheology
Film Formation
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Glycols & Polyols
Polyethylene Glycol (PEG)
CAS 25322-68-3
A water-soluble polymer supplied in multiple molecular weights, used as a solvent, humectant, lubricant, and base for surfactant and ester derivatives.
Film Formation
Viscosity Modification
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Glycols & Polyols
Polyethylene Glycol 12 (PEG-12)
A water-soluble polyether polymer used as a humectant, solvent, and viscosity modifier in cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and industrial formulations.
Film Formation
Viscosity Modification
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Glycols & Polyols
Polyethylene Glycol 8 (PEG-8)
CAS 5117-19-1
A clear, water-soluble liquid polymer used as a humectant, solvent, and carrier in cosmetic, pharmaceutical, and industrial formulations.
Film Formation
Viscosity Modification
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Glycols & Polyols
Polyethylene Glycol Monostearate (PEG-2 Stearate)
CAS 106-11-6
A nonionic surfactant and diethylene glycol monoester of stearic acid used as an emulsifier, opacifier, and thickener in cosmetic and industrial formulations.
Surfactancy
Emolliency
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Amines & Amides
Polyglutamic Acid (Sodium Polyglutamate, Sodium PGA)
CAS 25513-46-6
A fermentation-derived anionic polymer that binds moisture and forms flexible films, used as a humectant and texture agent in skin and hair care formulations.
Moisture Control
Film Formation
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Specialty Additives
Polyglyceryl-10 Oleate
CAS 79665-93-3
A nonionic surfactant and oil-in-water emulsifier used in personal-care formulations, cosmetics, and solubilization applications.
Surfactancy
Lubrication
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Esters
Polyglyceryl-3 Diisostearate
CAS 66082-42-6
A nonionic polyglycerol ester emulsifier and emollient for cosmetic and personal-care formulations, including pigment wetting and dispersion.
Surfactancy
Viscosity Modification
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Acids & Salts
Polyglyceryl-3 Distearate
CAS 34424-97-0
A nonionic polyglycerol ester that functions as an emulsifier and co-emulsifier for creams, lotions, and personal-care formulations across a broad pH range.
Surfactancy
Emolliency
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Esters
Polyglyceryl-3 Methylglucose Distearate
CAS 157175-98-9
A nonionic sugar- and polyglycerol-based emulsifier that stabilizes oil-in-water creams and lotions with a lamellar gel structure mimicking skin lipids.
Emolliency
Surfactancy
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Glycols & Polyols
Polyglyceryl-3 Oleate
CAS 49553-76-6
A nonionic polyglycerol ester used as an emulsifier and co-emulsifier in cosmetic and personal-care formulations, aiding oil-water dispersion.
Surfactancy
Emolliency
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Silicone Fluids & Oils
Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate, Cetyl PEG/PPG-10/1 Dimethicone and Hexyl Laurate
CAS 91824-88-3
A ready-to-use water-in-oil emulsifier blend for building stable creams, lotions, and color cosmetics with light spreadability and pigment suspension.
Surfactancy
Wetting
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Specialty Additives
Polyglyceryl-4 Laurate
CAS 75798-42-4
A mild nonionic polyglycerol ester that emulsifies oils and solubilizes actives in personal-care formulations without PEG chemistry.
Surfactancy
Emolliency
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Acids & Salts
Polyhydroxystearic Acid (PHSA)
CAS 58128-22-6
An oligomeric polyester dispersant and steric stabilizer for pigments and particles in non-aqueous, water-in-oil, and cosmetic emulsion systems.
Surfactancy
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Specialty Additives
Polymeric Wetting & Dispersing Additive
CAS 64742-95-6
A dispersing and wetting agent for solvent-borne coatings that improves pigment suspension and surface flow.
Solvency
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Polymers & Resins
Polymethyl Methacrylate (PMMA, Acrylic glass, Acrylic resin)
CAS 9011-14-7
A transparent acrylic thermoplastic used for rigid glazing, signage, coatings, and molded parts, and as microspheres in cosmetics and slip modifiers.
Film Formation
Slip / Release
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Silicone Fluids & Oils
Polymethylsilsesquioxane
CAS 68554-70-1
A crosslinked silicone resin powder used as a bulking agent and slip modifier in cosmetics and personal care formulations.
Film Formation
Conditioning
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Surfactants - Nonionic
Polyoxyethylene Sorbitan Trioleate (Polysorbate 85)
CAS 26266-57-9
A nonionic surfactant and emulsifier derived from sorbitan and oleic acid, used for emulsification, dispersion, and stabilization in cosmetic, food.
Surfactancy
Wetting
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Polymers & Resins
Polypropylene (PP)
CAS 9003-07-0
A thermoplastic polymer resin converted into rigid packaging, fibers, films, and molded components for automotive and consumer goods applications.
Viscosity Modification
Film Formation
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Glycols & Polyols
Polypropylene Glycol (PPG-26)
CAS 25322-69-4
A polyether polyol used as a nonionic surfactant, lubricant base fluid, defoamer, and polyurethane intermediate.
Emolliency
Solvency
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Surfactants - Cationic
Polyquaternium-10
CAS 68610-92-4
A cationic polymer that conditions hair, reduces static, and thickens shampoos and conditioners in personal-care formulations.
Conditioning
Film Formation
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Surfactants - Cationic
Polyquaternium-11
CAS 53633-54-8
A cationic water-soluble copolymer that provides humidity-resistant hold and conditioning benefits in hair styling products, gels, mousses, and hairsprays.
Conditioning
Film Formation
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Surfactants - Cationic
Polyquaternium-2
CAS 68555-36-2
A cationic polymeric quaternary ammonium compound used as an antistatic and conditioning agent in personal-care formulations.
Conditioning
Film Formation
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Surfactants - Cationic
Polyquaternium-28
CAS 131954-48-8
A cationic copolymer film former and hair fixative used in styling, conditioning, and antistatic personal-care formulations.
Conditioning
Film Formation
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Surfactants - Cationic
Polyquaternium-7 (Acrylamide/DADMAC Copolymer)
CAS 26590-05-6
A cationic acrylamide copolymer that conditions hair, reduces static, and forms protective films in shampoos, conditioners, and personal-care formulations.
Conditioning
Film Formation
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Silicone Fluids & Oils
Polysilicone-19
CAS 156065-02-0
A silicone polymer film former and conditioning agent for hair-care formulations, depositing flexible, water-resistant coatings.
Film Formation
Emolliency
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Surfactants - Nonionic
Polysorbate 20 (Polyoxyethylene 20 Sorbitan Monolaurate)
CAS 9005-64-5
A nonionic surfactant and emulsifier used to solubilize oils and actives in personal care, food, beverage, and pharmaceutical formulations.
Cleaning / Degreasing
Surfactancy
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Surfactants - Nonionic
Polysorbate 40 (Polyoxyethylene 20 Sorbitan Monopalmitate)
CAS 9005-66-7
A nonionic surfactant and emulsifier used in food, cosmetic, pharmaceutical, and industrial formulations for emulsification, solubilization, and dispersion.
Cleaning / Degreasing
Surfactancy
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Surfactants - Nonionic
Polysorbate 60 (Polyoxyethylene 20 Sorbitan Monostearate)
CAS 9005-67-8
A nonionic surfactant and emulsifier used in food, cosmetic, and pharmaceutical formulations to stabilize emulsions and improve texture.
Cleaning / Degreasing
Surfactancy
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Surfactants - Nonionic
Polysorbate 80 (Polyoxyethylene 20 Sorbitan Monooleate)
CAS 9005-65-6
A nonionic surfactant and emulsifier used to solubilize, stabilize, and improve texture in food, pharmaceutical, and personal care formulations.
Cleaning / Degreasing
Surfactancy
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Surfactants - Nonionic
Polysorbate 85 (Polyoxyethylene Sorbitan Trioleate)
CAS 9005-70-3
A nonionic surfactant used as an emulsifier and dispersant in cosmetics, food products, lubricants, and agrochemical formulations.
Cleaning / Degreasing
Surfactancy
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Polymers & Resins
Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) Dispersion
CAS 9002-84-0
An aqueous suspension of PTFE particles used as a non-stick, low-friction coating for glass fabric, bearings, and industrial substrates.
Thickening / Rheology
Lubrication
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Polymers & Resins
Polyvinyl Alcohol (PVOH)
CAS 9002-89-5
A water-soluble synthetic polymer used for textile sizing, paper coating, water-based adhesives, and protective colloids in emulsion polymerization.
Film Formation
Viscosity Modification
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Polymers & Resins
Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC)
CAS 9002-86-2
A thermoplastic polymer resin used in rigid pipe, fittings, and profiles, and in plasticized form for flooring, films, and wire insulation.
Film Formation
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Polymers & Resins
Polyvinylcaprolactam (PVCap)
CAS 25189-83-7
A water-soluble polymer used as a kinetic hydrate inhibitor for gas-hydrate control in oil and gas production, and as a film-forming and thickening agent.
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Mineral Fillers & Pigments
Potassium Bicarbonate (Potassium Hydrogen Carbonate)
CAS 298-14-6
A white crystalline salt used as a leavening agent in baking, pH buffer in food processing, and active ingredient in dry-chemical fire extinguishers.
pH Adjustment
Biocidal Action
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Acids & Salts
Potassium Bitartrate
CAS 868-14-4
A crystalline salt used as a stabilizer in wine production, food processing, and pharmaceutical formulations.
pH Adjustment
Synthesis Intermediate
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Acids & Salts
Potassium Carbonate (Dipotassium Carbonate)
CAS 584-08-7
A white crystalline salt used as a desiccant, pH regulator, and processing agent in glass, ceramics, soap, leather tanning, and food applications.
pH Adjustment
Cleaning / Degreasing
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Surfactants - Anionic
Potassium Cetyl Phosphate (Cetyl Phosphate, Potassium Salt)
CAS 19035-79-1
An anionic surfactant and emulsifier that stabilizes oil-in-water emulsions in cosmetic and personal-care formulations.
Cleaning / Degreasing
Surfactancy
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Acids & Salts
Potassium Chloride (MOP, Muriate of Potash)
CAS 7447-40-7
A crystalline potassium salt used as a primary potash fertilizer, oilfield drilling fluid additive, and feedstock for potassium chemical production.
Viscosity Modification
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Acids & Salts
Potassium Citrate (Tripotassium Citrate, Anhydrous)
CAS 866-84-2
An anhydrous potassium salt used for pH buffering, chelation, and emulsification in food, beverage, and pharmaceutical formulations.
Chelation / Sequestration
pH Adjustment
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Surfactants - Anionic
Potassium Cocoate (Coconut Acid, Potassium Salt)
CAS 61789-30-8
A potassium soap derived from coconut oil fatty acids, used as a cleansing surfactant and foaming agent in liquid soaps and household cleaners.
Cleaning / Degreasing
Surfactancy
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Acids & Salts
Potassium Fluoride (KF)
CAS 7789-23-3
An inorganic fluoride salt used as a fluorine source and base catalyst in organic synthesis, silver-soldering flux, and glass etching.
Biocidal Action
Synthesis Intermediate
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Mineral Fillers & Pigments
Potassium Hydroxide (KOH, Caustic Potash)
CAS 1310-58-3
A strong inorganic base supplied as flakes, pellets, or solution for soap manufacturing, battery electrolytes, and electroplating applications.
pH Adjustment
Cleaning / Degreasing
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Acids & Salts
Potassium Lactate
CAS 996-31-6
A potassium salt of lactic acid used as a preservative, pH buffer, and antimicrobial agent in food, pharmaceutical, and industrial applications.
pH Adjustment
Preservation
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