Question

What industries and processes is the alkali-resistant penetrant AEP mainly used in?

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2026-05-27 官方文档 耐碱渗透剂AEP

The alkali-resistant penetrant AEP is widely used in five major industries: textile dyeing and finishing, leather, papermaking, metal surface treatment, and industrial hard surface cleaning. Its core value lies in excellent penetration and wetting performance under strong alkaline conditions.

Detailed Description

The alkali-resistant penetrant AEP (fatty alcohol polyoxyethylene ether phosphate, CAS: 68439-39-4) is an anionic surfactant. It has stable chemical structure and undiminished penetrating power in high-concentration alkali baths, while also possessing acid resistance, hard water resistance, and high-temperature stability. It is a multifunctional and efficient auxiliary agent.

The following application fields and processes are sourced from authoritative technical materials in the Guoli Chemical product database.

Specific Process Applications by Industry

IndustrySpecific ProcessRole Description
Textile Dyeing and FinishingAlkali-oxygen One-bath Scouring and BleachingHelps alkali liquor and hydrogen peroxide penetrate quickly and evenly, improving scouring and bleaching efficiency and whiteness uniformity
Cold Pad-batch PretreatmentMaintains excellent penetrating power during low-temperature long-time stacking, ensuring the treatment liquid fully wets the fabric
DesizingAccelerates the penetration and swelling of caustic soda into the sizing material, promoting rapid removal of the size
Mercerizing PenetrationPromotes rapid and uniform penetration of concentrated alkali into cotton fibers, enhancing the mercerizing effect
Leather IndustrySoakingAccelerates the penetration of water and auxiliaries into the dry hide, shortening the rehydration time of raw hides
DegreasingEnhances the penetration and emulsification of natural fats in the hide under alkaline conditions, achieving deep degreasing
Papermaking IndustryWaste Paper DeinkingPromotes the penetration of deinking agent into the interface between ink and fiber, effectively stripping ink and preventing redeposition
Alkaline Cooking PenetrationAccelerates the penetration of cooking liquor into wood chips or grass raw materials, improving cooking efficiency and pulp yield
Metal Surface TreatmentAlkaline Degreasing CleaningAs a penetrating component of metal cleaners, enhances the penetration and emulsifying ability of alkaline cleaning solution for oil stains
Industrial Hard Surface CleaningHard Surface Alkaline CleaningImproves penetrating power, helping to quickly break down and remove stubborn oil and dirt

Application Suggestions

This product can achieve "one agent, multiple uses," effectively shortening processes, reducing the variety of chemicals, and lowering overall operating costs. It has strong formulation compatibility and can be used in the same bath with various auxiliaries and high-concentration electrolytes. It is recommended to perform compatibility tests before use to optimize the process recipe.

Precautions

  • It is an anionic surfactant; care should be taken regarding compatibility with cationic auxiliaries when compounding.
  • Wear chemical protective gloves, safety goggles/face shield during operation (H315 skin irritation, H319 serious eye irritation).
  • Harmful to aquatic life (H402), wastewater should be treated to meet standards before discharge.
  • Storage temperature recommended between 5°C and 40°C, avoid freezing and high-temperature deterioration.