DeTHOX™ LS-3 is a 3-mole ethoxylate of lauryl alcohol, an oil-soluble nonionic surfactant compatible with most anionic, nonionic, cationic, and amphoteric surfactants. It is widely used in home, personal care, and industrial formulations, serving as an emulsifier, thickener in anionic formulations, solubilizer, and fat/oil dispersant. Additionally, DeTHOX™ LS-3 functions as a rheology modifier in personal care and crop protection products and is also used as an intermediate in the production of anionic surfactants. Please submit a document request or general inquiry form if you’d like to access an SDS in another language.

INCI Name: Lauryl Alcohol Ethoxylate

Chemical Name: Alcohols, C12-16, ethoxylated

CAS Number: 68551-12-2

Chemical Family: Alcohols, Ethoxylated Fatty Alcohols

Synonyms: AEO 5-24Z, Ethoxylated C12-16 alcohols, Ethoxylated C12-16 alcs.

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Technical Data

Identification & Functionality

Features & Benefits

Applications & Uses

Properties

Color (Properties)
Physical Form
Soluble In
Appearance
Clear to slightly hazy liquid
Compatible with
Anionic, Cationic, Amphoteric, Other Nonionic Surfactants
Stable in
Hard water
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Ethylene Oxide Content3Moles-
Hydrophilic - Lipophilic Balance (Calculated)approx. 7.9--
Specific Gravity (at 20°C)approx. 0.93--
Density (at 20°C)approx. 0.93g/ml
Pour Pointapprox. 4°C-
Specifications
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Hydroxyl Value170 - 176mg.KOH/g-
pH Value (at 25°C, 1% in 10:6 IPA:Water)6.0 - 7.5--
Colormax. 50APHA
Moisture Contentmax. 0.01% w/w

Regulatory & Compliance

Packaging & Availability

Regional Availability
  • North America

Storage & Handling

Storage Conditions
  • Store in vented containers below 35°C in a dry place out of direct sunlight.
  • If material becomes cloudy or solid after exposure to cold gently heat to 35°C and mix before use.
  • Handle between 15°C – 60°C.