Synperonic PE/L 62-FL-(CQ) (Polaxymer 182)

Description

Synperonic PE/L 62-FL-(CQ), also known as Poloxamer 182, is a nonionic, water-soluble surfactant and a type of ethylene oxide/propylene oxide block copolymer. It functions as a mild detergent, solubilizer, dispersing and wetting agent. This makes it suitable for various applications, including personal care products like eye contour care, facial cleansers, and tanning formulations, as well as in home care and industrial settings.
Here’s a more detailed breakdown:
Key Properties and Functions:
Surfactant/Detergent:
It helps lower the surface tension of water, making it effective for cleaning and dispersing substances.
Solubilizer:
It can dissolve substances that are not normally soluble in water, aiding in the formulation of various products.
Dispersing Agent:
It helps keep particles evenly distributed in a liquid, preventing them from settling or clumping.
Wetting Agent:
It improves the spreading and penetration of liquids, enhancing their effectiveness.
Low Foaming/Defoaming:
It can be used to control foam in certain applications.
Common Applications:
Personal Care: Facial cleansers, eye contour care, tanning products, antiperspirants, deodorants, bath and shower products, shaving products, sun care, shampoos, cleansers, and toners.
Home Care: Automatic and hand dishwashing, hard surface cleaning, industrial and institutional cleaning.
Industrial: Inks, industrial and protective coatings.