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Lutensol XP 30 can be compounded with anionic, cationic, and other nonionic surfactants.
Lutensol XP 30 can be used to clean metal components such as automotive engines and mechanical parts.
Lutensol XP 30 is used as a dispersant.
CAS Number: 160875-66-1
EC Number: Polymer/mixture – no specific EC number assigned
Molecular Formula: Not applicable (UVCB / ethoxylate mixture)
Molecular Weight: Not applicable (variable mixture)
SYNONYMS:
C10 Guerbet Alcohol Ethoxylate (3 EO), C10 Alcohol Ethoxylate 3EO, Isodecyl Alcohol Ethoxylate, Isomerized Decyl Alcohol Ethoxylate, Branched C10 Alcohol Ethoxylate, Polyoxyethylene C10 Guerbet Alcohol Ether, Alcohols, C10-branched, ethoxylated, Fatty Alcohol Ethoxylate, Nonionic Alcohol Ethoxylate Surfactant
Lutensol XP 30 is a nonionic surfactant.
Lutensol XP 30 is a hydrophobic (HLB 9) wetting agent and emulsifier.
Lutensol XP 30 is a nonionic surfactant, this is an alkyl polyethylene glycol ether based on C10-Guerbet alcohol and ethylene oxide.
Manufactured by causing the C10-alkohol to react with ethylene oxide in stoichiometric proportions.
Lutensol XP 30 is a low EO, nonionic surfactant with high degreasing power; it is particularly preferred in industrial applications requiring heavy soiling, degreasing and metal cleaning.
Lutensol XP 30 is a nonionic surfactant, this is an alkyl polyethylene glycol ether based on C10-Guerbet alcohol and ethylene oxide.
Lutensol XP 30 is manufactured by causing the C10-alkohol to react with ethylene oxide in stoichiometric proportions.
Lutensol XP 30 is a nonionic surfactant.
Lutensol XP 30 is an alkyl polyethylene glycol ether based on C10-Guerbet alcohol and ethylene oxide.
Lutensol XP 30 is manufactured by causing the C10-alkohol to react with ethylene oxide in stoichiometric proportions.
The numeric code in Lutensol XP 30 name indicates in general the degree of the ethoxilation.
Lutensol XP 30 is a nonionic surfactant.
Lutensol XP 30 is an alkyl polyethylene glycol ether based on C10-Guerbet alcohol and ethylene oxide.
Lutensol XP 30 is manufactured by causing the C10-alkohol to react with ethylene oxide in stoichiometric proportions.
The numeric code in Lutensol XP 30 name indicates in general the degree of the ethoxylation.
Lutensol XP 30 is a cloudy liquid at room temperature, and it tends to form a sediment.
Lutensol XP 30 is a high-performance nonionic surfactant belonging to the alcohol ethoxylate family.
Lutensol XP 30 is manufactured by the ethoxylation of C10 Guerbet alcohol with approximately 3 moles of ethylene oxide, producing an excellent wetting, emulsifying, dispersing, and detergent agent.
Lutensol XP 30 is characterized by very high surface activity, rapid dynamic wetting, low foaming behavior, and outstanding compatibility with numerous formulation components.
Lutensol XP 30 is a UVCB (Unknown or Variable composition, Complex reaction products or Biological materials) alcohol ethoxylate mixture.
Therefore, a single molecular formula, molecular weight, and EC number are generally not assigned because the product consists of homologues with different ethoxylation degrees.
USES and APPLICATIONS of LUTENSOL XP 30:
Wetting agents: Lutensol XP 30 can be used in a variety of slurry, mixing, impregnation, and surface treatment processes.
Lutensol XP 30 is used in papermaking, leather, coatings and building materials processes.
Textile and leather processing uses of Lutensol XP 30: In the textile industry, Lutensol XP 30 is used as a highly efficient penetrant and leveling agent; in leather processing, when combined with other auxiliaries, it can effectively remove grease and impurities from raw hides.
Pesticide and Chemical Emulsification uses of Lutensol XP 30: Due to its excellent dynamic surface properties and extremely low gelation tendency, Lutensol XP 30 is widely used as an emulsifier for mineral oil and silicone oil, as well as an adjuvant for pesticide spraying, to help the pesticide solution spread evenly on plant leaves.
Lutensol XP 30 is a nonionic surfactant, and its applications are primarily based on the properties of nonionic surfactants, such as cleaning, wetting, and emulsification.
Lutensol XP 30 can be used in combination with anionic, cationic, and nonionic surfactants, as well as other excipients.
Cleaning agents: Lutensol XP 30 is used in cleaning formulations, including household cleaners, neutral water-based cleaners, neutral metal cleaners, alkaline water-based cleaners, acidic cleaners, disinfectants, oil-based cleaners, etc.
Emulsifiers: Lutensol XP 30 is used in oil-based cleaning agents to emulsify mineral oils and kerosene compounds.
Lutensol XP 30 can be used as a solvent-based cleaning agent, and its emulsifiers and wetting agents perform better than the TX series.
Lutensol XP 30 can be compounded with anionic, cationic, and other nonionic surfactants.
Lutensol XP 30 can be used to clean metal components such as automotive engines and mechanical parts.
Lutensol XP 30 is used as a dispersant.
Lutensol XP 30 can be used as a wetting agent and penetrant in purification, refining, impregnation and surface treatment processes.
When combined with other penetrants, Lutensol XP 30 can be used as a leather degreasing agent.
Lutensol XP 30 also has many applications in the paper, paint, and construction industries.
Lutensol XP 30 can be used in organic solvent-based cleaners.
Application of Lutensol XP 30 : Dishwashing Laundry, Hard Surface Cleaning, Food and Beverage Processing, Food Service and Kitchen.
Lutensol XP 30 is extensively used in household, institutional, and industrial cleaning formulations where rapid wetting and excellent grease removal are essential.
Lutensol XP 30 serves as an effective surfactant in dishwashing liquids, hard surface cleaners, kitchen cleaners, industrial degreasers, vehicle cleaners, food processing cleaners, and commercial laundry products.
Lutensol XP 30's strong emulsifying capability allows efficient dispersion of oils and waxes while maintaining formulation stability.
Lutensol XP 30 is widely employed in solvent-based cleaners for emulsifying mineral spirits, kerosene, hydrocarbon solvents, and similar materials.
Lutensol XP 30 is commonly used in metal cleaning operations, engine cleaning, machinery maintenance products, and transportation cleaning systems.
Beyond cleaning applications, Lutensol XP 30 functions as an emulsifier, dispersant, and wetting agent in paints, coatings, inks, textile auxiliaries, leather processing chemicals, agricultural formulations, paper chemicals, construction chemicals, and numerous industrial formulations.
Lutensol XP 30 can also serve as a raw material for ether sulfate production and as a replacement for alkylphenol ethoxylates in environmentally improved formulations.
Lutensol XP 30 is a fatty alcohol ethoxylate with a low degree of ethoxylation, belonging to the group of nonionic (non-ionic) surfactants.
Lutensol XP 30 is used in industrial cleaning and process applications, particularly due to its high degreasing power, strong detergent effect, and controlled wetting properties.
Areas of Application of Lutensol XP 30: Industrial degreasers and heavy-duty dirt removers, Metal surface cleaning and degreasing.
Lutensol XP 30 is used machine and equipment cleaning, Automotive engine and parts cleaners, Textile pre-treatment processes, Emulsion-based technical cleaners.
Because it is APEO-free and readily biodegradable, Lutensol XP 30 is widely used as an environmentally preferred alternative to alkylphenol ethoxylates in modern cleaning and industrial formulations.
Lutensol XP 30 performs efficiently in acidic, alkaline, neutral, and solvent-based systems, making it suitable for a broad range of industrial and institutional applications.
Lutensol XP 30 is supplied as a 100% active liquid surfactant and is especially valued where fast wetting and excellent grease removal are required.
-Industrial cleaning uses of Lutensol XP 30:
As a core component of solvent-based cleaning agents, Lutensol XP 30 can quickly penetrate oil barriers.
Lutensol XP 30 is commonly used for degreasing and cleaning of automotive engines, mechanical parts, and oilfield extraction equipment, and remains stable in both acidic and alkaline environments.
-Dispersants use of Lutensol XP 30:
In cleaning formulations, Lutensol XP 30 is used to disperse solids that have formed due to precipitation, aggregation or other chemical reactions.
Lutensol XP 30 can be used alone or in combination with protective colloids.
PROPERTIES of LUTENSOL XP 30:
Lutensol XP 30 exhibits exceptionally high surface activity and provides rapid wetting even on difficult-to-wet hydrophobic substrates.
Lutensol XP 30 reduces surface tension efficiently, allowing cleaning solutions to penetrate soils quickly.
Lutensol XP 30 demonstrates excellent emulsifying power for oils, greases, waxes, hydrocarbons, and other hydrophobic materials while maintaining very good dispersing capability for insoluble particles.
Lutensol XP 30's nonionic nature ensures outstanding compatibility with nearly all common surfactant systems, including anionic, cationic, amphoteric, and other nonionic surfactants.
Lutensol XP 30 remains highly effective in hard water and across a broad pH range, enabling reliable performance in acidic, neutral, and alkaline formulations.
Lutensol XP 30 also shows excellent resistance to dissolved salts and electrolytes commonly present in industrial cleaners.
Because of its branched C10 Guerbet alcohol backbone, Lutensol XP 30 delivers excellent dynamic wetting while maintaining relatively low foam generation.
Lutensol XP 30 is suitable for applications requiring rapid spreading and fast surface coverage without excessive foaming.
CHARACTERISTICS of LUTENSOL XP 30:
Lutensol XP 30 is characterized by:
Very high surface activity
Rapid dynamic wetting
Excellent detergency
Outstanding emulsification performance
Strong grease removal capability
Excellent dispersing efficiency
Low foaming characteristics
High compatibility with formulation ingredients
Good hydrolytic stability
Excellent chemical stability
Broad formulation flexibility
Good biodegradability
APEO-free composition
High industrial versatility
Reliable performance over a wide pH range
BENEFITS of LUTENSOL XP 30:
Lutensol XP 30 improves cleaning efficiency by rapidly lowering surface tension and allowing cleaning solutions to penetrate contaminated surfaces more effectively.
Lutensol XP 30 enhances the removal of oils, fats, waxes, pigments, and particulate soils while stabilizing emulsions during processing.
Lutensol XP 30 contributes to shorter cleaning times and improved detergent performance without generating excessive foam.
Its excellent compatibility enables formulators to combine Lutensol XP 30 with numerous surfactants and specialty additives to achieve synergistic cleaning effects.
Because Lutensol XP 30 remains effective in hard water and electrolyte-rich formulations, it provides consistent performance under demanding industrial conditions.
The absence of alkylphenol ethoxylates also supports environmentally responsible formulations and compliance with modern detergent regulations.
Lutensol XP 30 is a dynamic wetting agent with a C10 Guerbet Alcohol Ethoxylate with 3 EO and 100% active content.
Lutensol XP 30 is synthetically derived and readily degradable.
Lutensol XP 30 is suitable for various formulation types, including emulsifier concentrates, oil-in-water and water-in-oil emulsions, microemulsions, suspension concentrates, suspo-emulsions, soluble liquids, and wettable powders.
FEATURES of LUTENSOL XP 30:
Very powerful grease and dirt remover.
High detergent effect.
Low to medium foam level.
Highly effective on hydrophobic dirt.
Compatible with anionic and cationic surfactants.
High performance in alkaline systems.
ADVANTAGES of LUTENSOL XP 30:
High effectiveness on tough and heavy oils.
Strong hydrophobic properties thanks to low EO (emission).
Ideal for alkaline formulations.
Effective results at low doses.
Fast cleaning with high dissolving power.
STORAGE AND SECURITY of LUTENSOL XP 30:
Lutensol XP 30 should be stored in a cool, dry place, in its sealed packaging.
Fluidity may decrease at low temperatures, but returns to normal at room temperature.
Lutensol XP 30 is for industrial use only; appropriate personal protective equipment must be used.
PHYSICAL and CHEMICAL PROPERTIES of LUTENSOL XP 30:
Physical state: Liquid
Appearance: Cloudy to slightly hazy liquid at room temperature
Color: Colorless to pale yellow
Odor: Mild characteristic odor
Ionic character: Nonionic
Chemical family: Alcohol ethoxylate
Chemical structure: C10 Guerbet alcohol reacted with approximately 3 moles of ethylene oxide
Active matter: Approximately 100%
Water solubility: Dispersible to soluble depending on temperature
Cloud point: Relatively low due to low ethoxylation
Surface activity: Very high
Dynamic wetting ability: Excellent
Wetting speed: Very fast
Emulsification performance: Excellent
Dispersing ability: Excellent
Foaming tendency: Low to moderate
Degreasing performance: Excellent
Hard water stability: Excellent
Acid stability: Excellent
Alkali stability: Excellent
Electrolyte tolerance: Good
Compatibility with anionic surfactants: Excellent
Compatibility with cationic surfactants: Good
Compatibility with amphoteric surfactants: Excellent
Compatibility with nonionic surfactants: Excellent
Solvent compatibility: Excellent
Biodegradability: Readily biodegradable (OECD 301)
APEO content: APEO-free
VOC contribution: Very low
Hygroscopicity: Hygroscopic
Storage stability: Excellent under recommended storage conditions
Shelf life: At least 2 years in unopened original packaging
Processing temperature: Solidified product may be reheated to 50–60°C before use
Recommended storage temperature: Above 20°C
Maximum heating temperature: 60°C
Chemical class: Fatty alcohol ethoxylate
Ionic structure: Nonionic
EO (Ethylene Oxide) content: Low (approximately 3 mol EO)
Physical form: Colorless to light yellow, clear liquid
Product Name: LUTENSOL® XP 30
Chemical Type: Nonionic Surfactant
Chemical Family: Alcohol Ethoxylate
Chemical Description: C10 Guerbet Alcohol Ethoxylate (3 EO)
CAS Number: 160875-66-1
EC Number: Polymer/mixture – no specific EC number assigned
Molecular Formula: Not applicable (UVCB / ethoxylate mixture)
Molecular Weight: Not applicable (variable mixture)
Appearance: Cloudy liquid
Physical State: Liquid
Active Content: Approximately 100%
Ionic Character: Nonionic
Surfactant Type: Nonionic
Chemical Type: Alcohol Ethoxylate
Active Matter: 99 %
Form: Liquid
Usage/Application: Industrial
Application: Detergent, Industrial Cleaner, Textile, Personal Care, Leather, Agro Chemical
HLB Value: 5–8
Ionic Nature: Non Ionic
HLB Range: 8-10
Grade: Industrial
pH: 6–8
Odor: Mild
FIRST AID MEASURES of LUTENSOL XP 30:
-Description of first-aid measures
*General advice:
Show this material safety data sheet to the doctor in attendance.
*If inhaled:
After inhalation:
Fresh air.
*In case of skin contact:
Take off immediately all contaminated clothing.
Rinse skin with
water/ shower.
*In case of eye contact:
After eye contact:
Rinse out with plenty of water.
Call in ophthalmologist.
Remove contact lenses.
*If swallowed:
After swallowing:
Immediately make victim drink water (two glasses at most).
Consult a physician.
-Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed.
No data available
ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES of LUTENSOL XP 30:
-Environmental precautions:
Do not let product enter drains.
-Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up:
Cover drains.
Collect, bind, and pump off spills.
Observe possible material restrictions.
Take up dry.
Dispose of properly.
Clean up affected area.
FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES of LUTENSOL XP 30:
-Extinguishing media:
*Suitable extinguishing media:
Carbon dioxide (CO2)
Foam
Dry powder
*Unsuitable extinguishing media:
For this substance/mixture no limitations of extinguishing agents are given.
-Further information:
Prevent fire extinguishing water from contaminating surface water or the ground water system.
EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION of LUTENSOL XP 30:
-Control parameters:
--Ingredients with workplace control parameters:
-Exposure controls:
--Personal protective equipment:
*Eye/face protection:
Use equipment for eye protection.
Safety glasses
*Body Protection:
protective clothing
*Respiratory protection:
Recommended Filter type: Filter A
-Control of environmental exposure:
Do not let product enter drains.
HANDLING and STORAGE of LUTENSOL XP 30:
-Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities:
*Storage conditions:
Tightly closed.
Dry.
STABILITY and REACTIVITY of LUTENSOL XP 30:
-Chemical stability:
The product is chemically stable under standard ambient conditions (room temperature).
-Possibility of hazardous reactions:
No data available
