NP-9 Surfactant

NP-9 Surfactant (Nonylphenol Ethoxylate) is a widely used nonionic surfactant valued for its excellent emulsifying, wetting, and dispersing properties. Known for its versatility and performance, NP-9 is incorporated into a variety of industrial formulations, cleaning products, and specialty chemical applications. It is particularly effective at reducing surface tension, enhancing solubility, and improving the stability of complex mixtures, making it a critical additive in manufacturing processes.

In industrial applications, NP-9 surfactant is used in detergents, textile processing, agrochemical formulations, paints, coatings, and metal cleaning, where it enhances wetting, emulsification, and penetration. It is also applied in oilfield chemicals, adhesives, and emulsifiers for specialty processes. With its broad compatibility, cost-effectiveness, and proven performance, NP-9 surfactant remains an essential ingredient across industries including agriculture, textiles, coatings, cleaning, oil and gas, and specialty chemical production.

Synonyms: Nonylphenol ethoxylate-9, NPE-9, poly(oxyethylene) nonylphenyl ether

Characteristics:

IUPAC Name: N/A

CAS Number: Mixture

UN Number: 3082

Recommended Use / Industries:

• Detergents and cleaning formulations
• Textile and leather processing
• Pulp and paper industry
• Emulsifier in coatings and agrochemicals