Isotridecanol (27458-92-0) (C13H28O)

Isotridecanol is a branched fatty alcohol with the chemical formula C13H28O and molecular weight 200.36 g/mol. It appears as a clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid with a mild characteristic odor. It is insoluble in water but soluble in many organic solvents and oils. It is stable under normal storage conditions.
In terms of uses and applications, Isotridecanol is widely used in the surfactant and chemical industry as a raw material for producing ethoxylates, sulfates, and phosphate esters. These derivatives are used in detergents, cleaners, emulsifiers, and wetting agents. It is also used in the cosmetic and personal care industry as an emollient and formulation aid. In industrial applications, it serves in lubricants, coatings, agrochemical adjuvants, textile auxiliaries, and metalworking fluids. Additionally, it is valued for good branching-related performance such as improved liquid handling and formulation stability.