Our high-purity Exxal™ alcohols exhibit reactivity typical of higher primary alcohols
Thanks to their unique structure, they offer many performance advantages, such as:
Low pour point
Prohibit gel and wax formation and facilitate processing of alcohols and derivatives.
Biodegradability*
All of our alcohols and their ethoxylates meet the OECD 301F readily biodegradable threshold for isomeric mixtures.
Superior wetting power of derived surfactants
Excellent candidate for resource extraction and nonylphenol substitution.
Powerful solvency in coatings and inks
Fully soluble in hydrocarbon fluids while enhancing their solvency power.
Explore our alcohol portfolio
Exxal™ 11
Exxal™ 13
Exxal™ 8
Exxal™ 9
Exxal™ 9S
Tailored to meet your need across applications
Acrylate adhesives
Exxal™ alcohols used for acrylate adhesives can offer performance benefits across a wide variety of pressure sensitive adhesive applications.
Key features- Remarkably higher shear strength while maintaining peel strength*
- Superior water-whitening performance*
- Increased hydrophobicity for enhanced water resistance*
Lubes additives
Exxal™ alcohols derivatives such as esters, zinc dialkyldithiophosphates (ZDDP) and hindered phenols serve as intermediates additives applications to prevent corrosion and oxidized organic deposition on the engine surface.
Key features- More soluble in oil formulations, accelerating the dynamic operation of the engine.
- Lower pour points in the oil formulation useful for extremely weather low temperatures.
Surfactants
Exxal™ alcohols as hydrophobes are key intermediates for surfactant manufacturers as they synthesize derivatives used* in many applications.
Key features- Low pour point
- Superior wetting power of derived surfactants
- Readily biodegradable per OECD 301F
- Low initial in ethoxylates
Biodegradation and Ecotoxicity of Branched Alcohol Ethoxylates
Study data will help manufacturers determine proper regulatory classification of products.
EPA Safer Choice ecolabeling
Exxal alcohol-based ethoxylated surfactants within specific ethoxylation ranges meet EPA Safer Choice Direct Release Criteria.
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