TEGOTEX® RL 4050

Typical Applications

The biosurfactant TEGOTEX® RL 4050 exhibits a low toxicological and ecotoxicological profile and can be used for EU ecolabel formulations.
General use as wetting agent and co-emulsifier for various applications, like ultra fast foam dyeing of all fabrics. Especially suitable for wool and cotton cleaning, where the mildness of the Rhanmolipid prevents fiber shrinkage during scouring processing.

Benefits at a glance

  • Excellent cleaning performance
  • Provides wetting and emulsification benefits (at once)
  • Reduces formula complexity
  • Maximum Biodegradable (aerobic and anaerobic)
  • Very mild to skin
  • Excellent foaming power (foam control possible if needed)
  • No cloud point
  • Performance not effected by water hardness
  • pH-adjustable surface tension

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