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Last updated January 31, 2026

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Alkoxylated hydroxy acid surfactants: BASFRecent Research Landscape

Standard surfactant formulations suffer from poor viscosity control and phase instability in aqueous systems. Engineering specific isomeric tridecyl alcohol branching and unsaturated betaine ratios stabilizes the micellar network for consistent thickening.

What technical problems is BASF addressing in Alkoxylated hydroxy acid surfactants?

Surfactant environmental persistence

(13)evidences

Inconsistent dissolution and phase separation in concentrated premixes and viscose solutions. Improving homogeneity prevents precipitation and ensures uniform fiber or detergent performance.

Inefficient benefit agent deposition

(10)evidences

Spontaneous separation and sedimentation in aqueous wax mixtures. Preventing phase decoupling ensures product shelf-life and uniform application performance.

Phase separation and thermal instability

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Polymer-based compositions often suffer from unpredictable phase changes or loss of structural integrity when exposed to temperature fluctuations. Stabilizing these thermal transitions ensures consistent product performance and shelf-life across varying environmental conditions.

Microbial degradation of polymers

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Microbial resistance and low bioavailability limit the effectiveness of standard biocides. Enhancing activity through chemical synergy overcomes these performance bottlenecks.