X-100 Nonionic Surfactant – High Performance

Description

Applications of Triton X-100 Nonionic Surfactant

Laboratory and Research Applications

• Protein Solubilization: Commonly used in cell lysis buffers to solubilize proteins and lipids during biochemical analysis.
• Membrane Studies: Ideal for disrupting lipid bilayers without denaturing membrane proteins.
• DNA and RNA Extraction: Helps in isolating nucleic acids from biological samples.
• Enzyme Research: Stabilizes enzymes in assays and experimental setups.
• Micelle Formation: Used to form micelles in various physicochemical studies.

Industrial Cleaning

• Detergent Formulations: Included in industrial cleaning products for degreasing and removing oil-based residues.
• Glass and Metal Cleaning: Enhances the removal of grease and contaminants from delicate surfaces.
• Oil and Gas: Aids in cleaning equipment in the petrochemical and oil refining industries.

Agriculture

• Pesticide Adjuvant: Enhances the dispersion, spreading, and penetration of pesticides on crops.
• Soil Treatment: Used as a surfactant to improve the delivery of soil additives and fertilizers.

Pharmaceuticals and Biotechnology

• Drug Formulations: Acts as a solubilizer and emulsifier in certain pharmaceutical preparations.
• Protein Stabilization: Protects proteins during drug production and storage.
• Vaccine Development: Facilitates the stabilization of antigen formulations.

Cosmetics and Personal Care

• Skin and Hair Care Products: Functions as an emulsifier and stabilizer in lotions, shampoos, and conditioners.
• Fragrance Stabilization: Helps incorporate and stabilize fragrances in water-based formulations.

Food Industry

• Emulsification: Used in specific food-grade applications (if compliant with regulations) to improve product texture and consistency.

Environmental Applications

• Soil Remediation: Enhances the solubilization and removal of hydrocarbons and other contaminants from soil.
• Water Treatment: Used to disperse and break down oil spills in aquatic environments.

Textile and Dye Industry

• Wetting Agent: Improves the penetration of dyes and chemicals into fibers.
• Dye Dispersion: Ensures even dispersion of pigments in dyeing processes.

Paints and Coatings

• Dispersant: Prevents clumping and improves the distribution of pigments in paints and coatings.
• Emulsifier: Stabilizes water-in-oil or oil-in-water emulsions in formulations.

Oil Recovery and Petrochemical Industry

• Enhanced Oil Recovery: Used in surfactant-polymer flooding techniques to improve oil extraction efficiency.
• Oil Emulsification: Helps break down oil-water mixtures for processing.

Electronics

• Circuit Board Cleaning: Removes flux and grease residues from delicate electronic components.
• Photographic Processing: Used in developing and stabilizing solutions.

Safety Information:

• Handling Precautions: Avoid contact with skin, eyes, and clothing. Use in a well-ventilated area.
• Storage Conditions: Store in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight and heat sources. Keep container tightly closed.
• GHS Hazard Statements: H302 (Harmful if swallowed), H315 (Causes skin irritation), H319 (Causes serious eye irritation)