Isomeric Tridecanol Polyether E-1310 (CAS: 9043-30-5) is a high-performance nonionic surfactant produced by initiating with isomeric tridecanol and undergoing addition polymerization with ethylene oxide. Its unique isomerized hydrophobic chain structure breaks the performance limitations of traditional linear alcohol ethers, endowing the product with outstanding comprehensive application capabilities. The product has a moderate HLB value, combining hydrophilicity and lipophilicity, maintaining stable chemical structure and activity in acid, alkali, hard water, and electrolyte systems, thus providing a highly reliable functional foundation for various industrial formulations.
In practical applications, the core value of Isomeric Tridecanol Polyether E-1310 lies in its "low foaming and high efficiency" — while exerting strong wetting, penetrating, and emulsifying dispersing effects, it produces controllable low foam and can be quickly rinsed with cold water, effectively avoiding the trouble of foam residue common with traditional surfactants. This characteristic makes it particularly popular in industrial scenarios requiring easy rinsing and low residue, significantly enhancing process efficiency and end-product quality.
Additionally, the product exhibits good compatibility and synergy with anionic, cationic, and other nonionic surfactants, providing formulators with great design flexibility to optimize multi-component combinations according to specific process requirements, achieving a "1+1>2" performance enhancement.
| Application Industry | Specific Process/Scenario | Product Function |
|---|---|---|
| Industrial and Household Cleaning | Hard surface cleaners, metal degreasers, multi-purpose cleaners | Quickly remove oil and dirt, low foam, easy rinsing, no residue |
| Textile Printing and Dyeing Auxiliaries | Desizing, scouring, bleaching, dyeing processes | As a penetrating agent and scouring agent, ensuring uniform contact of chemicals with fibers, improving whiteness and dye uptake |
| Leather Processing | Soaking, degreasing, softening and other pretreatment processes | Promote chemical penetration, remove natural oils, protect grain fineness, improve finished leather quality |
| Pesticide Formulations | Water-based formulations (EC emulsifiable concentrate, EW emulsion, ME microemulsion) | As an emulsifier to ensure dilution stability of the solution, optimize spray wetting and target spreading |
| Emulsion Polymerization | Vinyl acetate, acrylate and other synthetic emulsion polymerization | Emulsify and stabilize monomers, ensure fine and uniform latex particles, enhance mechanical and freeze-thaw stability of the latex |
When using Isomeric Tridecanol Polyether E-1310 in formulations, it is recommended to adjust the dosage according to specific process requirements: typical addition amounts are 2%-8% in cleaning formulations, 3%-10% in textile pretreatment auxiliaries, 5%-15% as an emulsifier component in pesticide formulations, and 1%-4% of monomer weight as an emulsifying stabilizer in emulsion polymerization. The product maintains stable operational performance over a wide temperature range (5°C to 40°C). In low-temperature winter environments, it is recommended to store it in insulated conditions to prevent thickening; the fluidity can be restored by warming up before use.
If blending with other types of surfactants, it is advisable to conduct small-scale tests to verify compatibility and synergistic effects to achieve optimal formulation performance. Additionally, utilizing its low-foaming properties can reduce or eliminate the need for defoamers, further simplifying formulations and lowering costs.