Alcohol Ethoxylates (AES)

Alcohol ethoxylates (AEs) are nonionic surfactants commonly used in a wide range of cleaning and industrial applications. They are produced by the ethoxylation of fatty alcohols, a process where ethylene oxide is added to the alcohol, creating a molecule with a hydrophobic (water-repellent) alcohol group and a hydrophilic (water-attracting) ethoxy group.

Their ability to break down grease and oils, work in hard water, and function as emulsifiers or wetting agents makes them essential ingredients in many industrial and household applications.

Used in cleaning products, textiles, agrochemicals, and pulp & paper processing.Functions as a surfactant, emulsifier, and wetting agent.