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Caflon® Surfactants
From amphoteric to nonionc and everything in between, Caflon offers surfactans for all of your applications.
Our Caflon brand is built on the pillars of quality, simplicity and security of supply so you can be confident you will receive accurate, on-time service, customer support and supply chain expertise. Technical experts are also available to help you formulate innovative products, meet new regulatory requirements, resolve formulation or supply challenges, and find cost efficiencies to improve profitability.
Surfactants, also known as surface-active agents, are a class of compounds that have the ability to lower the surface tension between two immiscible phases, such as oil and water. They are amphiphilic molecules, meaning they possess both hydrophilic (water-loving) and hydrophobic (water-repelling) properties within the same molecule.
The structure of a surfactant typically consists of a hydrophilic head group and a hydrophobic tail group. The head group can be ionic (cationic or anionic) or non-ionic, while the tail group is usually a long-chain hydrocarbon.
Surfactants are classified into four main types based on their ionic nature:
- Anionic surfactants
- Cationic surfactants
- Nonionic surfactants
- Amphoteric surfactants
Surfactants have a wide range of applications due to their ability to lower surface tension, solubilize or emulsify immiscible liquids, and modify the wetting behavior of surfaces.
Some common applications include:
- Detergents and cleaners
- Personal care products (shampoos, soaps, cosmetics)
- Emulsifiers and dispersants
- Wetting agents
- Foaming agents
- Textile and leather processing
- Agrochemicals and pesticides
- Enhanced oil recovery
- Paints and coatings
The choice of surfactant type and concentration depends on the specific application, the desired properties, and compatibility with other components in the formulation. Univar Solutions offers the full range of surfactants under the Caflon line. Check out our product offerings below or reach out to talk to a sales or technical representative to get the conversation started.
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Caflon® Amphoteric Surfactants
These contain both anionic and cationic groups and can behave as either anionic or cationic depending on the pH of the solution. Examples include betaines and amino acid derivatives.
Caflon® Anionic Surfactants
These have a negatively charged head group and are the most commonly used type of surfactants. Examples include sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS), alkyl benzene sulfonates (ABS), and fatty acid salts.
Caflon® Cationic Surfactants
These have a positively charged head group and are often used as fabric softeners, hair conditioners, and antimicrobial agents. Examples include quaternary ammonium compounds and amine salts.
Caflon® Nonionic Surfactants
These do not have an ionic charge and are widely used in detergents, personal care products, and industrial applications. Examples include alcohol ethoxylates, alkylphenol ethoxylates, and fatty acid esters.
Products Available
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| NEXSURF ADBAC-80E, Technical Grade, Liquid, Drum | Caflon Branded Surfactants | Technical | Drum | 424.99 lbs | -- |
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| NEXSURF ADBAC-80E, Technical Grade, Liquid, IBC | Caflon Branded Surfactants | Technical | IBC | 2,124.82 lbs | -- |
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| NEXSURF ADBAC-80M, Technical Grade, Liquid Gas, Drum | Caflon Branded Surfactants | Technical | Drum | 425.01 lbs | -- |
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| NEXSURF ADBAC-80M, Technical Grade, Liquid Gas, IBC | Caflon Branded Surfactants | Technical | IBC | 2,000.01 lbs | -- |
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| VANWET CAPHS, Technical Grade, Liquid, Bulk | Caflon Branded Surfactants | Technical | Bulk | 0.00 lbs | -- |
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| VANWET COPB 45, Technical Grade, Liquid, Bulk | Caflon Branded Surfactants | Technical | Bulk | 0.00 lbs | -- |
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| VANWET COPB 45, Technical Grade, Liquid, Drum | Caflon Branded Surfactants | Technical | Drum | 450.01 lbs | -- |
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| VANWET COPB 45, Technical Grade, Liquid, IBC | Caflon Branded Surfactants | Technical | IBC | 2,250.04 lbs | -- |
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| VANWET MO, Technical Grade, Liquid, Bulk | Caflon Branded Surfactants | Technical | Bulk | 0.00 lbs | -- |
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| VANWET MO, Technical Grade, Liquid, IBC | Caflon Branded Surfactants | Technical | IBC | 1,999.99 lbs | -- |
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| NEXSURF 91-8 OPEN HEAD, Technical Grade, Liquid, Drum | Caflon Branded Surfactants | Technical | Drum | 449.99 lbs | -- |
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