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TERGITOL™ 15 S 5

INCI: C 11 - 15 Pareth 5

Overview

Alcohols, C12-14-secondary, ethoxylated (90-100%), Polyethylene glycol (1-5%), Alcohols, C12-14-secondary (1-5%)

Formulation benefits
  • Compatible with Many Organic Ingredients
  • Ease of Formulating
  • Excellent detergency
  • Excellent emulsification
  • Excellent wetting
  • Foam Stabilizing
  • Low Use Level
Applications
Hand Dish WashLaundry DetergentsCleansersRaised Hard Surface Care

Formulation snapshot

Typical phase

Oil phase

Most emulsifying waxes are processed with the heated oil phase; some gums hydrate in water.

Functional role

Emulsifier — binds oil and water into a stable cream or lotion.

Pairs well with

  • A co-emulsifier for stability
  • Oil-phase emollients
  • A rheology modifier

Handling watch-outs

  • Always validate stability and microbial safety in your finished formula.

Qualitative guidance only. We don't publish use levels — confirm dosage, pH, and compatibility against the supplier technical data sheet and your own stability testing.

Supplier
Dow
CAS
126950-60-5, 25322-68-3, 84133-50-6

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