Question

OPE-108(opep-108) is mainly used in which industries and processes?

Answer
2026-05-27 官方文档 OPE-108(opep-108)

OPE-108 (Octylphenol Ethoxylate) is mainly used in six major industries: coatings & inks, plastics & rubber, adhesives, composite materials, polishing & care products, and printing inks

Coatings and Inks

Used as an abrasion resistance agent, anti-scratch additive, matting agent and anti-settling agent, significantly improving the surface hardness and smooth feel of the coating, and enhancing leveling, pigment dispersion and storage stability of the system.

Plastics and Rubber Processing

As an efficient internal lubricant and dispersant, it reduces melt viscosity, optimizes processing fluidity and mold release performance for materials such as PVC and polyolefins; used as a pigment dispersant in masterbatches to improve color uniformity.

Adhesives and Hot Melt Adhesives

Effectively adjusts the open time, melt viscosity and heat resistance of the system, regulates rheological properties and interfacial wettability, improving bonding strength and application stability.

Composite Materials and Fiber Treatment

Suitable for reinforcing materials such as glass fiber and carbon fiber, used as fiber sizing agent and surface treatment additive, promoting resin penetration and coating of the reinforcement, improving the interfacial bonding strength between fiber and resin matrix, reducing voids and defects.

Polishing and Care Products

Used in polishing waxes, car care and floor care formulations, imparting good spreadability and cleaning power, forming a high-gloss protective layer, enhancing surface hydrophobicity and stain resistance.

Printing Inks

Acts as an anti-blocking agent, preventing sticking when printed materials are stacked, improving the rub resistance of the printed surface, ensuring pattern clarity and fast drying.

Technical Parameters

ItemParameter
Product TypeNon-ionic Surfactant
CAS Number121809-82-3
AppearanceColorless to light yellow transparent liquid
Chemical NameOctylphenol Polyoxyethylene Ether / Polyoxyethylene Octylphenyl Ether

Core Process Characteristics

  • Emulsification and Dispersion: Excellent emulsifying, wetting and dispersing ability, suitable for various media systems
  • Weather Resistance: Resistant to acid, alkali and hard water, maintains stable performance under harsh conditions
  • Low Foaming: Low foaming tendency, easy to handle, good compatibility

Safety Tips

This product is Skin Corrosion/Irritation Category 1B, Serious Eye Damage Category 1, and highly toxic to aquatic life. Wear protective gloves, goggles and protective clothing during operation, avoid contact with skin and eyes, and do not discharge into the environment.