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Plurafac LF 1300 is a low-foaming, nonionic surfactant manufactured by BASF, consisting of alkoxylated, predominantly unbranched fatty alcohols.
Widely used in industrial and institutional cleaning formulations, Plurafac LF 1300 offers exceptional wetting abilities and effectively minimizes foam across various applications.
Chemical Class: Alkoxylated fatty alcohol
CAS Number: 68002-96-0
Physical Form: Liquid
Viscosity: ~130 mPa·s at 23°C
CBNumber: CB81211827
Synonyms: BAS09000S,Alcohols, C16-18, ethoxylated propoxylated,Alcohol-(C16-C18), ethoxylated & propoxylated;(C16-C18) Alkyl alcohol ethoxylate propoxylate,C16-C18 Alcohols ethoxylated propoxylated polymer,Alcohols, C16-18, ethoxylated propoxylated PT-402,Alcohols, C16-18, ethoxylated propoxylated PT-604,C16-C18 fatty alcohol polyoxyethylene polyoxypropylene ether
Plurafac LF 1300 is a high-molecular-weight polymer belonging to the alkoxylated fatty alcohols class, commonly utilized as a non-ionic surfactant and emulsifier.
Plurafac LF 1300 is a non-ionic surfactant and emulsifier.
Plurafac LF 1300 belongs to the alkoxylated fatty alcohols group, formed by treating a blend of plant-derived C16-18 fatty alcohols (such as cetyl and stearyl alcohol) with ethylene oxide and propylene oxide.
Plurafac LF 1300 is a low-foaming nonionic surfactant made by BASF.
Plurafac LF 1300 is mainly used in industrial and institutional cleaning products where strong wetting and detergency are needed but excessive foam is undesirable.
Plurafac LF 1300 belongs to the nonionic surfactant family, specifically an ethoxylated alcohol surfactant.
Plurafac LF 1300 belongs to the Plurafac LF product family, which is designed for industrial cleaning, detergents, and processing applications where low foam is important.
Chemical Profile
Classification: Non-ionic surfactant, alkoxylated fatty alcohol
Molecular Formula: Variable polymer structure (not a single defined formula)
Foaming Behavior: Exceptionally low foaming, making Plurafac LF 1300 ideal for automatic dishwashing and hard surface cleaning.
General technical properties
Exact values can vary by grade and formulation, but typical properties include:
Nonionic surfactant.
Clear to slightly hazy liquid.
Good solubility in water.
Effective over a wide temperature range.
Compatible with many other surfactants and additives.
Chemical Nature
Plurafac LF 1300 belongs to the family of alkoxylated fatty alcohols.
Plurafac LF 1300 is produced by reacting fatty alcohols with ethylene oxide (EO) and propylene oxide (PO), resulting in a nonionic surfactant with excellent cleaning and wetting properties.
Primary Uses & Applications
Industrial Surfactant: Used as a low-foam surfactant, emulsifier, and dispersing agent in water-soluble metalworking fluids.
Cosmetics & Personal Care: Found in various creams, lotions, and formulations as an emulsifier and emulsion stabilizer.
Defoaming Agent: Utilized under FDA exemptions as a defoamer in the manufacture of uncoated paper and paperboard.
Agriculture & Agrochemicals: Acts as an adjuvant, wetting agent, and emulsifier in agricultural sprays.
Common Applications
Because Plurafac LF 1300 limits foam generation while maintaining cleaning power, Plurafac LF 1300 is a standard ingredient in:
Automatic Dishwashing detergents
Industrial and Institutional (I&I) hard surface cleaners
Bottle-washing detergents
Cleaners for the food and beverage processing industrySpray cleaning products.
Typical applications
Plurafac LF 1300 is commonly used in:
Industrial cleaners – machine cleaning, metal cleaning, floor cleaners.
Automatic dishwashing detergents – where low foam is essential for machine performance.
CIP (Clean-in-Place) systems – food, beverage, and dairy equipment cleaning.
Textile processing – wetting and washing agents.
Paper and pulp processing – cleaning and processing aids.
Agrochemical formulations – as a wetting or spreading agent.
Main Applications
1. Industrial and Institutional Cleaners
Floor cleaners
Heavy-duty degreasers
Hard-surface cleaners
Machine cleaning products
2. Clean-in-Place (CIP) Systems
Widely used in food and beverage processing plants because it:
Produces very little foam
Improves removal of fats, proteins, and organic residues
Enhances rinsing efficiency
Supports automated cleaning operations
3. Metal Cleaning
Suitable for:
Metal degreasing
Alkaline metal cleaners
Parts washing systems
Removal of machining oils and lubricants
4. Textile Processing
Used as:
Wetting agent
Scouring aid
Detergent component
5. Automotive and Transportation Cleaning
Applied in:
Vehicle cleaners
Engine degreasers
Industrial maintenance formulations.
What is it chemically?
Plurafac LF 1300 is typically described as an ethoxylated fatty alcohol (a nonionic surfactant). That means:
Plurafac LF 1300 has a hydrophobic (oil-loving) fatty alcohol part.
Plurafac LF 1300 has a hydrophilic (water-loving) ethoxylated chain.
Plurafac LF 1300 does not carry an electrical charge, so Plurafac LF 1300 is compatible with many other ingredients.
Chemical Composition
Chemically, Plurafac LF 1300 consists of alkoxylated, predominantly unbranched fatty alcohols that incorporate both ethylene oxide and higher alkene oxides.
Key Characteristics
Foam Control: Designed to provide highly effective wetting while preventing or suppressing foam formation during washing, rinsing, and spraying.
Stability: Remains chemically stable and retains its defoaming capabilities even in highly alkaline environments (such as concentrated alkali hydroxides).
Versatility: Aids in dispersing, emulsifying, and lubricating, making Plurafac LF 1300 highly effective for penetrating tough soils.
Low foaming – suitable for automatic cleaning systems and high-pressure applications.
Good wetting power – helps liquids spread quickly over surfaces.
Excellent detergency – removes oils, grease, and soils effectively.
Good rinsability – leaves fewer residues after cleaning.
Stable in alkaline formulations – often used in caustic or alkaline cleaners.
Biodegradable – designed with environmental performance in mind.
Key Properties
Very low foam formation, even under high agitation.
Excellent wetting ability, allowing cleaning solutions to spread rapidly across surfaces.
Strong detergency against oils, greases, and particulate soils.
Good emulsification of hydrophobic contaminants.
High alkaline stability, making Plurafac LF 1300 suitable for caustic cleaning formulations.
Good hard-water tolerance.
Readily biodegradable under appropriate conditions.
Why low foam matters?
In many industrial processes, excessive foam can:
Reduce cleaning efficiency.
Cause pump or equipment problems.
Slow down rinsing.
Lead to overflow or operational issues.
Low-foaming surfactants like Plurafac LF 1300 are formulated specifically to avoid these problems.
Advantages over standard surfactants
Works efficiently in high-speed spray systems.
Suitable for hard water conditions.
Effective at lower concentrations.
Improves cleaning performance without creating excessive foam.
Low-foam performance
Excellent oil and grease removal
Effective in alkaline formulations
Compatible with many surfactant systems
Suitable for automated cleaning equipment
Good rinsing characteristics
Safety and handling
Like most industrial surfactants:
Avoid direct contact with eyes and prolonged skin contact.
Use gloves and protective eyewear when handling concentrates.
Store in a cool, dry place away from strong oxidizers.
Always refer to the product’s Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for detailed handling, toxicity, and first-aid information.
Plurafac LF 1300 is a BASF low-foaming nonionic surfactant used primarily in industrial and institutional cleaning formulations.
Plurafac LF 1300 provides strong wetting and cleaning performance while minimizing foam, making Plurafac LF 1300 ideal for automated cleaning systems, CIP processes, and other applications where foam control is important.
