What is Castor Oil Ethoxylate (COE) 60 mol?

Castor Oil Ethoxylate 60 mol is a non‑ionic surfactant produced by reacting natural castor oil with about 60 moles of ethylene oxide, giving a high‑HLB, water‑dispersible emulsifier and wetting agent.

What are the main industrial uses of COE 60 mol?

It is used in textile and leather processing, agrochemical emulsions, metalworking fluids, pigment and coating formulations, industrial and household cleaners, and some personal‑care and oil‑field applications as an emulsifier, dispersant and wetting agent.

Why do formulators choose the 60‑mol ethoxylate grade?

The high degree of ethoxylation gives strong hydrophilicity and high HLB, delivering excellent wetting, solubilizing and dispersing performance in water‑rich systems and stable oil‑in‑water emulsions.

Is Castor Oil Ethoxylate 60 mol bio‑based and biodegradable?

Yes, the hydrophobe is castor‑oil‑derived, and castor oil ethoxylates are generally readily biodegradable, making COE 60 mol attractive for more sustainable surfactant systems.

What key specifications should buyers check on the COA?

Check active content, ethoxylation (approx. 60 EO), appearance, pH of aqueous solution, cloud point, viscosity, colour, and, where relevant, residual EO/1,4‑dioxane and biodegradability data.

In which pH and formulation types does COE 60 mol perform best?

It performs well in neutral to mildly alkaline systems such as textile baths, detergents, agrochemical concentrates and industrial cleaners where strong wetting and emulsification are needed.

Is COE 60 mol compatible with other surfactants and additives?

Yes, as a non‑ionic surfactant it is generally compatible with anionic, cationic and amphoteric surfactants and works well alongside dispersants, builders and corrosion inhibitors.

How should Castor Oil Ethoxylate 60 mol be stored and handled?

Store in tightly closed drums or IBCs in a cool, dry place away from direct heat and sunlight; if the product thickens at low temperature, warm gently and mix before use, following SDS guidelines for handling non‑ionic surfactants.

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Technical Specifications

Appearance	Yellow to amber liquid/paste
CAS Number	61791‑12‑6
Solubility	Water soluble
Cloud Point	60–80 °C
Product Name	Castor Oil Ethoxylate (COE) 60 mol
pH (1-5% aq)	7–9
Active Content	Approx. 99%
Biodegradability	Readily biodegradable

Castor Oil Ethoxylate (COE) 60 mol – Nonionic Surfactant for Industrial & Agrochemical Use

Name: Castor Oil Ethoxylate (COE) 60 mol – Nonionic Surfactant for Industrial & Agrochemical Use
Brand: CanCastor
SKU: daa9b304-5bad-4c32-9fea-1d3f5779b90e
Availability: InStock

Grade:Industrial Grade

MOQ:200kg Drum

Packing:HDPE drums: typically 200 kg or 200 L net.

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Castor Oil Ethoxylate is a versatile non-ionic surfactant used in textile scouring, emulsification, and agrochemicals. It offers excellent stability and wetting properties for industrial formulations.

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