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Industrial cleaning / EB

Industrial cleaning concentrates

Engineered surfactant blends for formulators of alkaline cleaners and industrial degreasers.

IB-EB-101 Emulsifying alkaline-cleaner concentrate Active content (%) 70±1.0%Ionic character Anionic/ NonionicPack size 120 kg / plastic drum

An alkali-resistant concentrate for emulsification, dispersion and reduced soil redeposition.

An APEO-free anionic/nonionic surfactant concentrate for alkaline industrial cleaners. It combines emulsification and dispersion with penetration and anti-redeposition performance to improve cleaning.

Applications

  • Alkaline industrial-cleaner formulation
  • Industrial degreasing development

Product characteristics

  • Emulsifies and disperses soils in alkaline cleaning formulations.
  • Anti-redeposition action helps prevent removed soil from depositing back onto cleaned surfaces.
  • Improves penetration and cleaning performance.
  • Alkali-resistant and APEO-free.

Indicative properties

Product properties — IB-EB-101
Ionic characterAnionic/ Nonionic
Appearance (30°C)Yellow liquid
pH (1%)7.0±1.0
Active content (%)70±1.0%
Water solubilitySoluble in water

Packaging

  • 120 kg / plastic drum

Application considerations

  • Evaluate emulsification, soil redeposition, rinsing and substrate compatibility.
  • Test at your operating caustic concentration, temperature and water hardness.
  • Check foam, oil separation and compatibility with aluminum or other sensitive substrates where relevant.
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IB-EB-102 Penetrating alkaline-cleaner concentrate Active content (%) 70±1.0%Ionic character Anionic/ NonionicPack size 120 kg / plastic drum

An alkali-resistant concentrate for penetrating soils and dispersing them during cleaning.

An APEO-free anionic/nonionic surfactant concentrate for alkaline industrial cleaners. Its high-penetration profile improves cleaning, with dispersion to support soil removal.

Applications

  • Alkaline industrial-cleaner formulation
  • Industrial soil-removal development

Product characteristics

  • High penetration to help the cleaner reach soils.
  • Disperses soils during cleaning.
  • Alkali-resistant and APEO-free.
  • Concentrated, water-soluble anionic/nonionic blend.

Indicative properties

Product properties — IB-EB-102
Ionic characterAnionic/ Nonionic
Appearance (30°C)Yellow liquid
pH (1%)7.0±1.0
Active content (%)70±1.0%
Water solubilitySoluble in water

Packaging

  • 120 kg / plastic drum

Application considerations

  • Evaluate penetration, dispersion, rinsing and substrate compatibility.
  • Test at your operating caustic concentration, temperature and water hardness.
  • Compare performance under the same soil and operating conditions; matching pH and active content do not establish interchangeability.
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Phosphate ester surfactants / PH

Phosphate ester surfactants

Low-foam wetting and penetration options alongside phosphate esters for alkaline cleaning and pigment dispersion. Select foam, alkali and salt resistance by grade.

IB-PH-101 Low-foam phosphate ester penetrant Acid value (KOH mg/g) 290 ± 20Ionic character AnionicPack size 200 kg / plastic drum

An alkali-resistant anionic phosphate ester for low-foam penetration and wetting.

A low-foaming, alkali-resistant phosphate ester surfactant. After neutralization, it provides wetting, dispersion and emulsification for industrial formulations.

Applications

  • Alkaline cleaner and degreaser development
  • Low-foam wetting and penetration packages
  • Dispersing and emulsifying packages for alkaline systems

Product characteristics

  • Low-foaming penetration with alkali resistance.
  • Wetting, dispersing and emulsifying functions after neutralization.
  • Anionic liquid that disperses in water.

Indicative properties

Product properties — IB-PH-101
Appearance (30°C)Yellow hazy liquid
Ionic characterAnionic
Acid value (KOH mg/g)290 ± 20
Water solubilityDisperse in water

Packaging

  • 200 kg / plastic drum

Application considerations

  • Confirm the neutralizing agent and degree of neutralization for your formulation.
  • Evaluate foam, penetration and compatibility at your actual alkali concentration, temperature and water hardness.
  • Please inquire about active content, pH and dosage guidance.
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IB-PH-102 Light-color phosphate ester wetting agent Acid value (mgKOH/g) 310 ± 10Ionic character AnionicPack size 200 kg / plastic drum

A light-color anionic phosphate ester for low-foam wetting, dispersion and emulsification.

A light-color phosphate ester surfactant combining wetting, dispersion and emulsification with low-foaming, alkali-resistant penetration. It also provides antistatic functionality.

Applications

  • Alkaline cleaning and wetting formulations
  • Industrial dispersing and emulsifying packages
  • Wetting applications where light color matters

Product characteristics

  • Low-foaming penetration with alkali resistance.
  • Wetting, dispersion, emulsification and antistatic functionality.
  • Light-color phosphate ester liquid that disperses in water.

Indicative properties

Product properties — IB-PH-102
Appearance (30°C)Liquid
Acid value (mgKOH/g)310 ± 10
Water solubilityDisperse in water
Ionic characterAnionic

Packaging

  • 200 kg / plastic drum

Application considerations

  • Compare wetting, foam and color in the complete formulation.
  • Confirm neutralization requirements and compatibility at the intended pH and process temperature.
  • Please inquire about active content, pH and dosage guidance.
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IB-PH-103 Alkali- and salt-resistant phosphate ester dispersant Moisture (%) 1% maxIonic character AnionicPack size 120 kg / plastic drum

An APEO-free alcohol phosphate ester for pigment dispersion and demanding alkaline formulations.

An alcohol phosphate ester with high alkali and salt resistance for pigment dispersion. It provides emulsification, dispersion and penetration in strongly alkaline systems, including cleaning and degreasing formulations requiring temperature resistance.

Applications

  • Pigment dispersion
  • High-temperature alkaline cleaning and degreasing
  • Emulsifier and dispersant packages for alkaline systems

Product characteristics

  • High alkali and salt resistance.
  • Pigment-dispersing functionality.
  • Emulsification, dispersion and penetration in strongly alkaline conditions.
  • APEO-free, water-soluble anionic liquid.

Indicative properties

Product properties — IB-PH-103
Ionic characterAnionic
Appearance (30°C)Liquid
Moisture (%)1% max
Water solubilitySoluble in water

Packaging

  • 120 kg / plastic drum

Application considerations

  • Evaluate dispersion stability and foam at the intended pigment loading, electrolyte concentration and temperature.
  • Confirm substrate compatibility and required neutralization before use.
  • Please inquire about active content, pH and dosage guidance.
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IB-PH-104 Phosphate ester surfactant for alkaline cleaning Acid value (mgKOH/g) 122 ± 6Ionic character AnionicPack size 120 kg / plastic drum

An APEO-free phosphate ester for alkaline washing, cleaning and degreasing.

An alkali-resistant phosphate ester surfactant that can raise formulation cloud point and improve cleaning in alkaline washing processes. It provides emulsification, dispersion and penetration in formulations requiring temperature and alkali resistance.

Applications

  • Alkaline washing and industrial cleaners
  • Industrial degreasers
  • Emulsifier and dispersant packages for alkaline systems

Product characteristics

  • Alkali resistance for cleaning and degreasing.
  • Can raise formulation cloud point and improve cleaning in alkaline washing.
  • Emulsification, dispersion and penetration in alkaline conditions.
  • APEO-free, water-soluble anionic liquid.

Indicative properties

Product properties — IB-PH-104
Appearance (30°C)Yellow liquid
Acid value (mgKOH/g)122 ± 6
Water solubilitySoluble in water
Ionic characterAnionic

Packaging

  • 120 kg / plastic drum

Application considerations

  • Compare formulation cloud point and cleaning performance at the intended operating temperature.
  • Check neutralization, foam, rinsing and surface compatibility in the complete formulation.
  • Please inquire about active content, pH and dosage guidance.
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Wetting agents / SW

Sulfosuccinate wetting agents

Wetting, penetration and emulsification options for cleaning, coatings and other industrial formulations.

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IB-SW-101 Anionic wetting and penetrating agent Active content (%) 70±2%Ionic character AnionicPack size 120 kg / plastic drum

A low-surface-tension wetting agent for penetration, rewetting and pigment dispersion.

An anionic wetting and penetrating agent with strong rewetting performance. In coatings, inks and adhesives, it supports pigment dispersion and viscosity control. It can also be used before or after emulsion polymerization.

Applications

  • Coatings, inks and adhesives
  • Resin emulsions
  • Industrial wetting and penetration applications

Product characteristics

  • Strong wetting and penetration with low surface tension.
  • Strong rewetting performance.
  • Supports pigment dispersion and viscosity control in coatings, inks and adhesives.
  • Suitable for use before and after emulsion polymerization.
  • Water-soluble, anionic liquid.

Indicative properties

Product properties — IB-SW-101
Ionic characterAnionic
Appearance (30°C)Liquid
pH (1%)6±1
Active content (%)70±2%
Water solubilitySoluble in water

Packaging

  • 120 kg / plastic drum

Application considerations

  • Evaluate wetting, foam and compatibility in your resin system.
  • Discuss any solvent-profile or end-use requirements before selecting a grade.
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IB-SW-200 Series Wetting and emulsifying series Select a variantPack size Please inquire
Select a product variant

A low-surface-tension surfactant series for wetting, dispersion and emulsification.

A surfactant series for wetting, pigment dispersion, emulsification and cleaning. It also serves as an emulsifier in polymer production. Choose the variant to match your formulation and required properties.

Applications

  • Coatings, inks and adhesives
  • Resin emulsions
  • Selected industrial formulations

Product characteristics

  • Low surface tension for wetting applications.
  • Supports pigment dispersion and viscosity control in coatings, inks and adhesives.
  • Emulsification and emulsion stabilization for resin systems.
  • Wetting and cleaning functions for industrial formulations.

Indicative properties

Specifications vary by product variant.

Packaging

  • Please inquire
  • Please specify the required variant when requesting packaging details.

Application considerations

  • Select the required variant before comparing active content, pH and solvent profile.
  • Evaluate foam behavior and compatibility for the selected variant.
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Polymerization emulsifiers / RE

Reactive emulsifiers

Reactive surfactant options for emulsion polymerization and resin modification.

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IB-RE-101 Reactive emulsifier / resin modifier Solid content (%) 39-41%Pack size Please inquire

An EO-free, low-foaming reactive emulsifier for water- and weather-resistant resins.

A reactive emulsifier that reacts with monomers during emulsion polymerization to improve resin water and weather resistance. It also works as a monomer for free-radical resin modification and can be used alone or with other emulsifiers.

Applications

  • Acrylic and styrenic resin emulsions
  • Adhesive and coating binder development
  • Free-radical resin modification

Product characteristics

  • Reactive incorporation improves resin water and weather resistance.
  • Low foaming, good penetration and freeze resistance.
  • EO-free, nonylphenol-free and solvent-free.
  • Suitable for use alone or with other emulsifiers.
  • Also suitable for resin modification, antistatic and anti-fog applications.

Indicative properties

Product properties — IB-RE-101
Appearance (30°C)Pale yellow transparent liquid
Color (APHA)Below 100
Solid content (%)39-41%

Packaging

  • Please inquire

Application considerations

  • Evaluate reactive incorporation, conversion and latex stability in your polymer system.
  • Compare film water resistance, foam and cold-storage behavior against your current formulation.
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IB-RE-102 Anionic reactive emulsifier Ionic character AnionicpH (2.5%) 5~8Pack size Please inquire

An anionic reactive emulsifier for coating-film resistance, gloss and adhesive peel strength.

A reactive emulsifier for acrylic, styrenic and other polymer emulsions. It improves water and weather resistance in waterborne coating films and strengthens adhesion in waterborne adhesives.

Applications

  • Acrylic and styrenic resin emulsions
  • ABS, synthetic rubber and PVC polymerization
  • Waterborne coating and adhesive binders

Product characteristics

  • Improves water and weather resistance in waterborne coating films.
  • Improves film gloss.
  • Improves adhesive adhesion and peel strength.
  • Reduces foaming and improves chemical and mechanical emulsion stability.
  • Nonylphenol-free.

Indicative properties

Product properties — IB-RE-102
Ionic characterAnionic
Appearance (30°C)Yellow hazy liquid
pH (2.5%)5~8

Packaging

  • Please inquire

Application considerations

  • Evaluate process stability and finished-film performance in your polymer system.
  • Check reactive incorporation and residual free emulsifier under your process conditions.
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IB-RE-103 Reactive emulsifier for polymer systems Specifications: please inquirePack size Please inquire

A reactive surfactant for emulsion polymerization and solution-polymerized resin modification.

A reactive surfactant used as an emulsifier in emulsion polymerization and as a modifier in solution polymerization. Suitable polymer systems include acrylic and styrenic resins, ABS, synthetic rubber and PVC.

Applications

  • Acrylic and styrenic resins
  • ABS, synthetic rubber and PVC polymer systems
  • Solution-polymerization resin modification

Product characteristics

  • Emulsifier for emulsion polymerization.
  • Resin modifier for solution polymerization.
  • Suitable for acrylic, styrenic, ABS, synthetic-rubber and PVC systems.

Indicative properties

Please inquire about specifications.

Packaging

  • Please inquire

Application considerations

  • Please inquire about product specifications and suitability for your polymer system.
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Polymerization emulsifiers / PE

Conventional emulsifiers

Conventional emulsifier options for latex and binder manufacturing.

IB-PE-101 APEO-free polymerization emulsifier Active content (%) 34±1%Ionic character AnionicPack size 200 kg / plastic drum

An APEO-free, water-soluble anionic emulsifier for emulsion polymerization.

An APEO-free emulsifier for latex and binder production, supplied as a water-soluble anionic liquid.

Applications

  • Emulsion-polymerization development
  • Latex and binder manufacturing

Product characteristics

  • APEO-free composition.
  • Anionic emulsifier for emulsion polymerization.
  • Water-soluble liquid format.

Indicative properties

Product properties — IB-PE-101
Ionic characterAnionic
Appearance (30°C)Light yellow liquid
pH (3%)6±1
Active content (%)34±1%
Water solubilitySoluble in water

Packaging

  • 200 kg / plastic drum

Application considerations

  • Evaluate particle size, coagulum, foam and compatibility in your monomer system.
  • Assess APEO-free requirements across the complete formulation.
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IB-PE-102 Vinyl acetate / acrylic emulsifier Active content (%) 31 ± 1%pH (3%) 6±1Pack size 120 kg / plastic drum

An emulsifier for vinyl acetate, vinyl acetate–acrylate and acrylic polymers.

An emulsifier for vinyl acetate polymerization, vinyl acetate–acrylate copolymers and other acrylic emulsion systems. It has limited resistance to acids, alkalis and calcium salts.

Applications

  • Vinyl acetate emulsions
  • Vinyl acetate–acrylate copolymers
  • Acrylic emulsion systems

Product characteristics

  • Emulsifies vinyl acetate and vinyl acetate–acrylate systems.
  • Also suitable for other acrylic emulsion systems.
  • Limited resistance to acids, alkalis and calcium salts.

Indicative properties

Product properties — IB-PE-102
Appearance (30°C)Light yellow liquid
pH (3%)6±1
Active content (%)31 ± 1%

Packaging

  • 120 kg / plastic drum

Application considerations

  • Evaluate stability at your operating pH, water hardness and electrolyte load.
  • Check dosage and compatibility with the intended monomer system.
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Properties are provided for product selection guidance. Suitability should be confirmed in your formulation and process.