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    3. Brij™ CS20

    Brij™ CS20

    Brij CS20 is an ethoxylated natural fatty alcohol, based on cetostearyl alcohol chemistry. This naturally derived surfactant offers a number of functional benefits including wetting and high foaming to a variety of applications.

    Chemical description

    PEG-20 Cetostearyl ether

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    Product details

    Chemical name

    • PEG-20 Cetostearyl ether

    Applications

    • Fabric & laundry care
    • Industrial & institutional cleaning

    Functions

    • Detergent
    • Emulsifier
    • High foaming agent
    • Wetting agent

    Regional availability

    • Asia
    • Europe
    • Latin America
    • N America

    Physical form

    • White solid; pastilles

    HLB

    • 15.7

    Sustainability criteria

    • RSPO grade available

    Certifications

    • Active on EU DID list
    • Halal grades available
    • Safer choice

    Formulations

    Buffable Water Based Liquid Shoe Polish

    This oil in water emulsion is an excellent neutral base for a range of coloured polishes. On drying the polish film can eb buffed to a gloss finish.
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