Alkyl Polyglucoside (APG) CAS#: 68515-73-1
Excellent Wetting & Emulsifying Capacity: Colorless to pale yellow liquid / paste, synthesized from renewable glucose and fatty alcohol. It features outstanding wetting, penetration, emulsifying and foam stabilizing properties, excellent compatibility, low irritation and superior biodegradability.
Good Compatibility Property: Chemically stable under normal temperature, compatible with anionic, cationic and nonionic surfactants; resistant to hard water, stable in wide pH range, available in different alkyl carbon chain grades such as APG0810, APG1214 for diversified application scenarios.
Stable Form for Convenient Transport: Uniform liquid or paste form, stable under sealed storage, easy to weigh, transport and automatic feeding.
Alkyl Polyglucoside (APG) is a high-demand eco-friendly green surfactant raw material, biodegradable, non-toxic and low irritation, widely used in daily chemical and industrial fields.
Chemical & Physical Properties
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting point | Decomposes upon heating |
| Density | ~1.05–1.2 g/cm³ |
| Storage temp | Sealed dry cool warehouse, strictly isolated from strong oxidants |
| Solubility | Easily soluble in water |
| Form | Liquid / paste |
| Color | Colorless to pale yellow |
| Odor | Slight characteristic odor |
| PH Value | 11.5–12.5 (1% aqueous suspension, grade dependent) |
| Hygroscopicity | Slightly hygroscopic |
| Stability | Stable in airtight packaging; decomposes at high temperature |
| EINECS No. | 271-660-4 |
| CAS DataBase Reference | 68515-73-1 |
Safety Information
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Hazard Codes | Not applicable |
| Risk Statements | R36 |
| Safety Statements | S22; S24/25 |
| UN Number | Not regulated |
| Hazard Class | Not dangerous goods |
| Packing Group | Not applicable |
| Flammability | Non-flammable |
| HS Code | 34021300 |
Main applications: Dishwashing liquid, laundry detergent, shampoo, body wash, facial cleanser, hard surface cleaner, textile auxiliary agent, agricultural pesticide adjuvant, industrial emulsifier.
