Alkaline emulsifying
Foam & electrolyte
Phosphate esters
At a glance
Phosphate esters
Alkaline emulsifying, lubricity
- Ionic type
- Anionic
- Typical HLB
- Mid to high; pH-dependent
- Foam
- Low to moderate
- Key industries
- Metal, I&I, Emulsion polymer
Biodegradability: Phosphate esters are used where alkaline stability matters; aquatic phosphorus load should be reviewed for the end-use.
Chemistries
Phosphate esters
Phosphate esters are anionic surfactants (anionic surface-active agents) which are produced by phosphation of fatty alcohols and ethoxylated aliphatic and aromatic alcohols. Compared to other anionic surfactants, phosphate esters offer specific advantages, including stability over a broad pH range, good solubility and corrosion inhibiting properties. Phosphate esters are highly suitable for use as emulsifying agents, wetting agents, anti-stats, corrosion inhibitors and hydro tropes in cleaning formulations.
We have dedicated manufacturing facilities for production of mono phosphate esters, di-esters and mixed esters. All our phosphates are based on P2O5. Our specialty chemical formulations and industrial surfactants are essential for paint & coating, textile, and industrial applications.
Product range
Phosphate esters we manufacture
- Butanol Phosphate (Mono/Di-ester)
- Nonyl Phenol (ethoxylated) Phosphate
- 2-Ethylhexyl Phosphate (Mono/Di-ester)
- Styrenated Phenol (ethoxylated) Phosphate
- 2-Ethylhexyl Ethoxylated Phosphate (Mono/Diester)
- Phenol (ethoxylated) Phosphate
- Lauryl Alcohol (ethoxylated) Phosphate
- Allyl Alcohol (ethoxylated) Phosphate
- Tridecyl Alcohol Phosphate
- Hydroxyethyl Methycrylate Phosphate
- Tridecyl Alcohol (ethoxylated) Phosphate
- Methacrylic Acid (ethoxylated) Phosphate
- Cetyl Alcohol Phosphate
- Methacrylic Acid (propoxylated) Phosphate)
- Oleyl Alcohol Phosphate
- Phosphate esters of other fatty alcohols or alkoxylates
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions - Phosphate Ester Chemistries
Find answers to common questions about phosphate ester chemistries
Phosphate ester chemistries involve the production of anionic surfactants through phosphation reactions. Phosphate esters are versatile surfactants with excellent emulsification, wetting, and antistatic properties, used across multiple industries.
We offer various phosphate esters including alkyl phosphate esters, ethoxylated phosphate esters, and specialty phosphate-based surfactants. These products provide excellent performance in paint & coating, textile, and industrial applications.
Phosphate esters are used as emulsifiers in paint & coating formulations, wetting agents in textile processing, antistatic agents, and specialty surfactants in various industrial applications. They provide excellent stability and performance.
Phosphate ester chemistries offer excellent emulsification properties, good wetting characteristics, antistatic properties, stability in various pH ranges, and versatility across multiple applications. They are effective anionic surfactants with unique performance characteristics.
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Selection guide
Phosphate ester starting uses
Metal cleaners
Substrate compatibility
Metal chemicalsEmulsion polymer aid
APEO-free package
Paint & coating
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