X-100 Nonionic Surfactant – High Performance

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General Properties

  • Chemical Name: Octylphenol Ethoxylate
  • CAS Number: 9002-93-1
  • Chemical Formula: C₈H₁₇C₆H₄(OCH₂CH₂)nOH (where n = 9–10)
  • Molecular Weight: ~625 g/mol (average)
  • Appearance: Clear to slightly hazy viscous liquid
  • Odor: Mild characteristic odor

Physical and Chemical Properties

  • Hydrophilic-Lipophilic Balance (HLB): ~13.5
  • Density (@ 25°C): ~1.07 g/cm³
  • Viscosity (@ 25°C): ~240 cP
  • pH (5% Solution): 6.0–8.0
  • Boiling Point: Decomposes before boiling
  • Flash Point: > 251°C (> 484°F) (closed cup)
  • Pour Point: ~6°C (43°F)
  • Surface Tension (@ 0.1% Solution): ~30 mN/m at 25°C
  • Critical Micelle Concentration (CMC): ~0.015–0.02% (w/v) in water
  • Solubility:
    • Fully soluble in water
    • Soluble in alcohols and other organic solvents

Purity and Composition

  • Active Content: ≥ 98%
  • Ethoxylation Level (EO Units): 9–10 mols
  • Impurities: Low levels of residual unreacted phenol (trace amounts).

Stability and Reactivity

  • Thermal Stability: Stable under normal storage and use conditions.
  • Chemical Stability: Compatible with a wide range of acids, bases, and salts but sensitive to strong oxidizing agents.
  • Decomposition Products: Carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide, and other organic compounds when heated to decomposition.

Documents:

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)

 

Description

X-100 is a high-performance nonionic surfactant ideal for use in industrial and laboratory settings. Known for its outstanding solubilizing, wetting, and emulsifying properties, X-100 is widely used in biochemical, pharmaceutical, and industrial applications. Its gentle yet effective surfactant action makes it suitable for a range of processes, including cell lysis, protein extraction, and surface cleaning. Available in multiple sizes to suit both small-scale lab needs and large-scale industrial operations.

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)

Chemical Warning

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Harmful if swallowed.
Causes skin irritation.
Causes serious eye damage.
Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

 

 

Additional information

Size

100mL (3.3 Fl Oz), 500mL (16 Fl Oz), 1000mL (32 Fl Oz), 1 Gallon (128 Fl Oz)

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