LAURETH-3

Polyoxyethers of lauryl alcohol make up the ingredients in Laureth. They belong to the alkyl polyethylene glycol (PEG) ether family.

Laureth-3 is an effective liquid non-ionic emulsifier & surfactant made from polyethylene glycol ether of lauryl alcohol (POE 3 lauryl alcohol). HLB value 8 (gives water-in-oil emulsions). Non-ionic emulsifier (enables water & oil to mix), dispersing agent, and solubilizer. Solubilizes oils in aqueos systems and create a milky type consistency when surfactants are present. Laureth-3 is used in the formulation of a variety of bath, eye, facial, hair, cleansing, and sunscreen products in the cosmetics and personal care industry. Additionally, it is utilized in moisturizing, deodorizing, and cuticle-softening products. It is compatible with non-ionic, anionic, amphoteric, and cationic surfactants.

Additional information

CAS

3055-94-5 / 68439-50-9

Functions

SURFACTANT, EMULSIFYING, CLEANSING, Thickener

Formula

CH₃(CH₂)₁₀CH₂(OCH₂CH₂)₃OH

Molar Mass

320-330 g/mol

Application

water-in-oil emulsions, shampoos, shower gels, bath, eye, facial, hair, cleansing, and sunscreen

Restriction

No restriction

Trade names

ALCOHOL ETHOXYLATE 3EO