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What are the main characteristics of L-62 Poloxamer?

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2026-05-17 官方文档 L-62泊洛沙姆

L-62 Poloxamer is a low-foaming nonionic block copolymer surfactant, characterized by excellent foam control, efficient wetting and dispersibility, and outstanding chemical stability.

Detailed Description

L-62 Poloxamer (CAS: 9003-11-6) is a nonionic block copolymer precisely composed of polyethylene oxide (PEO) and polypropylene oxide (PPO) segments, with an average molecular weight of approximately 2500. The unique arrangement of hydrophilic and hydrophobic blocks in its molecular structure endows the product with excellent low-foaming and foam control properties, making it particularly suitable for foam-sensitive formulations such as automatic dishwasher rinse aids and hard surface cleaners, effectively preventing overflow foaming and improving rinsing efficiency.

This product can rapidly reduce the surface tension of aqueous solutions, demonstrating strong dispersing and wetting effects on pigments, dirt, and solid particles, ensuring a uniform and stable system. Meanwhile, L-62 maintains high chemical stability under harsh conditions such as acids, alkalis, and hard water, with performance unaffected by complex water quality and extreme pH environments, showing excellent formulation compatibility in industrial applications.

As a multifunctional emulsifier, L-62 can be used alone as the primary emulsifier or combined with other surfactants for auxiliary emulsification, providing fine and stable emulsion systems in scenarios such as emulsion polymerization, pesticide formulations, and coating dispersion. At room temperature, the product appears as a colorless to slightly yellow transparent oily liquid with good fluidity and pumpability, facilitating industrial continuous production operations.

Technical Parameters

ParameterSpecification/Description
Chemical TypeNonionic block copolymer surfactant
CAS No.9003-11-6
SynonymsPoloxamer 182, Polyether L62, Poloxamer 182, PEG/PPG-25/30 Copolymer
CompositionBlock copolymer of ethylene oxide (EO) and propylene oxide (PO)
Average Molecular WeightApprox. 2500
Appearance (Room Temperature)Colorless to slightly yellow transparent oily liquid
OdorSlight characteristic odor
HLB ValueNot available (For precise value, please contact Guoli Chemical Technical Support)
Cloud PointNot available
Flash Point>200°C

Application Recommendations

Core Recommended Scenarios: Automatic dishwasher rinse aids (providing spot-free and streak-free fast drying), hard surface cleaners (low-foaming wetting and penetration), industrial defoamers (long-lasting foam suppression), metalworking fluids (low-foaming wetting and cooling), pesticide emulsifiers and spreaders, emulsion polymerization emulsifiers, and water-based pigment/filler dispersants.

The typical dosage in formulations varies depending on the specific application system; it is recommended to determine the optimal addition amount through gradient experiments. L-62 can be used alone or in combination with nonionic, anionic, or cationic surfactants to achieve synergistic effects.

Precautions

  • Safety Protection: GHS classification: Skin irritation Category 2 (H315) and Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2 (H319). Wear goggles and protective gloves during handling to avoid contact with eyes and skin.
  • Storage Conditions: Recommended storage temperature 5~30°C, cool, dry, well-ventilated, keep container tightly sealed, away from strong oxidizers.
  • Toxicology: Acute oral toxicity LD50 (rat) > 5,000 mg/kg, practically non-toxic; readily biodegradable, low toxicity to aquatic organisms.
  • Emergency Treatment: If in eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of clean water for at least 15 minutes and seek medical attention; skin contact: rinse with clean water and mild soap for at least 15 minutes.