Fatty Alcohol - Propylene Oxide Copolymer

General Information

• Product Name: Fatty Alcohol - Propylene Oxide Copolymer
• Catalog: SUR-NON-033
• Applications: Hair care products, skin care products, bath products, cosmetics, chemical industry, others

Introduction

Fatty alcohol-propylene oxide copolymer is synthesized through the polymerization of fatty alcohol and propylene oxide. Its versatility and unique chemical properties make it an essential component in various industrial and consumer applications, particularly in cosmetics, personal care products, and specialized chemical formulations.

Characteristics

Fatty alcohol-propylene oxide copolymer exhibits several noteworthy characteristics that make it indispensable in industrial applications:

• Chemical Composition and Structure: The copolymerization process creates a stable, flexible structure that can interact favorably with a variety of other chemical agents without undergoing significant degradation or reaction.
• Stability and Compatibility: It does not react with most cosmetic ingredients, maintaining its integrity in both acidic and alkaline environments. This stability extends to its compatibility with other surfactants, including both anionic and cationic types.
• Physical Properties: The copolymer exhibits a range of beneficial physical properties:
  Lubrication: Provides a smooth, slippery texture.
  Wetting: Enhances the spreading and penetrating abilities of liquids on surfaces.
  Plasticizing: Adds flexibility and pliability to various formulations.
  Solubilizing: Increases the solubility of other compounds, enhancing their efficacy.
  Dispersing: Promotes uniform distribution of particles in a medium, crucial for consistent product performance.

Basic Parameters

* Typical values (not warranted values)
* Insoluble in water; soluble in ethanol, acetone; miscible in water-alcohol systems; soluble in white mineral oil and melted vaseline.

Applications

Fatty alcohol-propylene oxide copolymer's diverse functional properties allow it to be used in a wide range of applications:

• Hair Care Products: In hair care formulations, this copolymer can partially or entirely replace white mineral oil. It imparts shine to the hair and provides a styling effect, serving as both a plasticizer and thickener in hair gels.
• Skin Care Products: Fatty Alcohol - Propylene Oxide Copolymer is utilized as a lubricant in non-greasy sunscreens, offering a pleasant, dry feel to the skin. Its dissolving and wetting properties enable it to act as an effective cleanser, removing oil and grime from the skin, thereby enhancing the performance of skin care products.
• Bath Products: In bath formulations, this copolymer is used to produce low-temperature transparent bath oils and hand soaps. Its ability to maintain clarity and stability at low temperatures ensures that bath products remain visually appealing and effective under varying storage conditions.
• Cosmetics: In the realm of cosmetics, this copolymer serves as a carrier for pigments, creating a non-greasy, non-sticky film. It functions as a pigment dispersant and coupling agent, enabling the incorporation of large quantities of aromatic oils into mineral oils. This versatility makes it a valuable component in a wide range of cosmetic products.
• Chemical Industry: In the chemical industry, it acts as an intermediate for synthesizing specialized surfactants. For instance, when SPO-20 is further polymerized with ethylene oxide, the resulting product forms a 1% aqueous solution that becomes a thick colloid near its cloud point, reverting to a liquid state upon cooling.

Packaging and Storage

• Packaging Options: Typically packaged in 200 kg iron drums or 50 kg plastic drums.
• Storage Conditions: Stored in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight and moisture.
• Shelf Life: 2 years

Fatty alcohol-propylene oxide copolymer is a multifunctional surfactant with broad applications across industries. Its chemical stability, compatibility, and performance characteristics make it an invaluable ingredient in hair care, skin care, bath products, aerosols, cosmetics, and the chemical industry. Contact Alfa Chemistry today to learn more about our products and how they can benefit your applications.

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