Lansurf AE320W
Product Category: Nonionics
C13 Alcohol with 20 Moles of Ethylene Oxide
INCI Name: Trideceth‑20
Lansurf AE320W is a nonionic surfactant produced by the ethoxylation of a synthetic primary alcohol, corresponding to a C13 alcohol ethoxylate containing approximately 20 moles of ethylene oxide. The product is fully compatible with soaps, anionic, cationic, and other nonionic surfactants, and delivers effective wetting, detergency, and both oil‑in‑water and water‑in‑oil emulsification.
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Due to its higher degree of ethoxylation and high HLB value, Lansurf AE320W is particularly suited for applications requiring strong hydrophilicity, rapid wetting, and stable emulsification. It performs exceptionally well as an emulsifier in emulsion polymerisation, enabling the formation of stable polymer latexes in a wide range of monomer systems, including vinyl acetate, styrene, and acrylics.
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Key Features
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High‑performance emulsifier - Effective in both oil‑in‑water and water‑in‑oil systems, including emulsion polymerisation.
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Strong wetting and detergency - High hydrophilicity (HLB ~16.5) provides rapid wetting and reliable cleaning performance.
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Broad formulation compatibility - Compatible with soaps, anionic, cationic, and nonionic surfactants, offering excellent formulation flexibility.
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Applications
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Emulsion Polymerisation
- Primary emulsifier for vinyl acetate - homopolymer, vinyl acetate - acrylic, styrene - homopolymer, styrene - acrylic, acrylic monomers - esters and acids.
- Provides stable oil-in-water emulsions in polymer production.
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Textile Auxiliaries
- Wetting and emulsifying agent in scouring and dyeing processes
- Helps uniform dye penetration and soil removal.
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Metal Processing
- Component in metalworking fluids for lubrication and cooling.
- Improves emulsion stability and wetting of metal surfaces.
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Paper Industry
- Wetting and dispersion aid in paper processing.
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Leather Processing
- Emulsifier and wetting agent for leather treatment formulations.
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Industrial and Domestic Detergents
- Strong wetting and emulsifying properties for hard-surface cleaners, degreasers, and laundry detergents.
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Agrochemicals
- Wetting agent and adjuvant in pesticide and herbicide formulations.
- Improves spreading and penetration on plant surfaces.
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Paints, Coatings & Inks
- Dispersing and wetting agent for pigments and fillers.
- Enhances flow and stability in waterborne systems.
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General Industrial Applications
- Emulsifier in oil‑in‑water systems.
- Used in chemical formulations requiring strong wetting and good detergency.
Specification
Appearance at 25°C
Clear to hazy viscous liquid free from foreign matter
Solids content %
78.0 - 82.0
Cloud point °C (1% in 10% NaCl solution)
70.0 - 76.0
Colour (hazen)
100 max
pH 5% aqueous
5.0 - 8.0
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Typical Properties
Composition
Alcohol ethoxylate
Odour
Characteristic
Specific gravity at 20°C
1.07
Flash pour open cup °C
>175
CAS number
78330-21-9
HLB value
16.5
Solubility in water
Soluble
Surface tension at 0.1% aqueous (mN/m)
36
Moles of EO
20
Viscosity at 25°C (cP)
424
Pour point °C
5
Wetting draves 0.5g/l

# 1g in 10% sodium Chloride solution
