Nonylphenol Ethoxylate 10 mol (NEP-10) is a type of nonionic surfactant that has been widely used in various industries. It is produced by combining nonylphenol with 10 mol of ethylene oxide. The number 10 represents the average number of ethylene oxide units in the molecule.

Structure and Properties

Structure: Nonylphenol Ethoxylate has a hydrophobic part (nonylphenol hydrocarbon chain) and a hydrophilic part (ethylene oxide chain). This dual structure allows this material to interact with both oily substances and water.
Properties: NPE-10 has emulsifying, foaming, wetting and good solubility in water. These properties have led to its use as a surfactant in many products.

Nonylphenol ethoxylate 10 mol applications

Detergent industries: Used as the base of many industrial and household detergents such as dishwashing liquid, shampoo, laundry detergent and industrial cleaners.
Textile industries: Used in textile processes for softening, moisturizing and increasing dye absorption.
Paper and pulp industries: Used in various stages of paper production to improve quality and reduce costs.
Agriculture: Used as an emulsifier in the formulation of agricultural pesticides and fertilizers.
Paint and coating industries: Used as an emulsifier and dispersing agent in the production of paints and coatings.