LIPOXOL: PEGs for Fabric Care, Home Care and I&I applications
The LIPOXOL series from Sasol consists of various grades of Polyethylene Glycols (PEGs) that are used in numerous applications, including the Fabric Care, Home Care and Industrial & Institutional cleaning. The series offers numerous benefits for these applications, from enhanced cleaning efficiency and fabric softening to moisturizing properties and biodegradability. Thanks to its versatility in formulations, can be used in various formulations, including liquid detergents, fabric softeners, and stain removers, helping manufacturers meet the demands of consumers who seek effective and high-quality home care solutions.
Are you interested in learning more about specific products that use the LIPOXOL series?
Why Sasol’s LIPOXOL series:
In Home care products:
- Enhanced cleaning power: PEGs enhance the solubility and dispersion of active ingredients, leading to more effective stain removal and overall cleaning performance. This means that products containing LIPOXOL can tackle tough stains and dirt more effectively, providing a deeper clean for fabrics and surfaces.
- Even distribution of ingredients: Used as a dispersing agent, LIPOXOL PEGs ensure that other ingredients in the detergent are evenly distributed, leading to consistent cleaning performance.
- Compacting agent: PEGs are used for example in dishwasher tablets as compacting agent and help to disperse dirt particles to prevent the redeposition of dirt on dishes.
- Skin compatibility: LIPOXOL PEGs are generally gentle on the skin, making them suitable for detergents that come into contact with the skin.
For Fabric Care:
- Fabric softening: LIPOXOL series provides a conditioning effect, making fabrics feel softer and more comfortable after washing. This is particularly beneficial for items like clothing and bedding, where softness and comfort are highly valued by users.
- Antistatic agents, reduced static cling: LIPOXOL PEGs help reduce static cling in synthetic fabrics, improving the feel and manageability of clothes.
- Water solubility, easy rinsing: LIPOXOL PEGs are highly soluble in water, ensuring they can be easily rinsed out, leaving no residue on fabrics.
- For the scent booster: LIPOXOL can be used to formulate your scent booster beads: PEGs act as a solvent or dispersing agent for the fragrance oils.
In Industrial and Institutional:
- Effective emulsification: LIPOXOL PEGs can be used in heavy-duty degreasers and cleaners to tackle tough stains and residues. In the food industry, they help to clean and sanitize equipment, ensuring that all residues are effectively removed.
- Enhanced fabric cleanings: LIPOXOL PEGs enhance the cleaning power of detergents by emulsifying oils and preventing soil redeposition on fabrics.
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Defoaming properties: LIPOXOL PEGs can reduce or eliminate foam, which is important in industrial cleaning processes to maintain efficiency.
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Metal cleaning: LIPOXOL PEGs can be used in metal cleaning solutions to remove oils and contaminants from metal surfaces, which is crucial for maintaining machinery and equipment.
