Surfactants

SierraSurf 300 MO

Chemical Name / INCI:

PEG Monooleates

CAS #:

9004-96-0

Chemical Family:

Nonionic Surfactants > PEG Esters

OVERVIEW

SierraSurf 300 MO is a nonionic surfactant formed by the reaction of PEG 300 with oleic acid to create a stable ester. It is a versatile ingredient that functions as an emulsifier, lubricant, and emollient, making it useful in a wide range of formulations. With an HLB value of approximately 8, SierraSurf 300 MO is particularly suited for water-in-oil emulsions. It is anhydrous and soluble in most oils, allowing for easy formulation in oil-based systems. Compared to many conventional nonionic surfactants, it is less hazardous for human contact and more environmentally responsible, providing both performance and sustainability benefits.

CERTIFICATIONS & REGULATORY

  • Listed on the EPA Safer Choice Chemical Ingredient List (SCIL)
  • Biodegradable

APPLICATIONS

  • Cleaners
  • Hair Care
  • Inks
  • Lubricants
  • Metalworking Fluids
  • Paints & Coatings
  • Pesticides
  • Skin Care
  • Textile Processing
  • Thermoplastics

TYPICAL PROPERTIES

Appearance: Clear to Slightly Hazy Straw Liquid
Gardner Color: 1 max
PH (5% Sol.): 6.5-7.5
Emulsification 5%: Translucent Emulsion
% Free Fatty Acid: 0.0 to 2.0

FUNCTIONS

  • Emollient
  • Emulsifier
  • Lubricant