BASF LUTENSOL TO 8 SUPPLIER AND DISTRIBUTOR IN TURKEY
Ataman Kimya is BASF’s distributor for Lutensol TO 8 in Turkey and the surrounding region for agricultural chemicals, crop-protection formulations, water conditioning, drilling and mining industries.
BASF Lutensol® TO 8 is a high-performance nonionic surfactant based on a saturated branched iso-C13 alcohol ethoxylate. It is part of the BASF Lutensol TO range, which is designed for use in detergents and cleaners as well as in the chemical and allied industries. With approximately 8 moles of ethylene oxide, Lutensol TO 8 offers a balanced profile of emulsification, wetting, dispersion, compatibilization and surface activity.
For formulators looking for BASF Lutensol TO 8 in Turkey, Ataman Kimya provides product supply, documentation support, sample coordination, technical discussion, logistics assistance and commercial quotations.
Product Identification
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Product name |
BASF Lutensol® TO 8 |
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BASF PRD number |
30044015 |
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CAS number |
69011-36-5 |
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EC number |
500-241-6 (commonly listed for CAS 69011-36-5 / isotridecanol, ethoxylated; verify for local regulatory use) |
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Chemical name |
Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), alpha-tridecyl-omega-hydroxy-, branched |
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Chemical family |
Ethoxylated isotridecanol / iso-C13 alcohol ethoxylate |
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Product type |
Nonionic surfactant |
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Degree of ethoxylation |
Approx. 8 EO |
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Relevant identified use in BASF SDS |
Raw material for the chemical-technical industry |
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Main market positioning |
Nonionic surfactant for detergents, cleaners, chemical and allied industries |
Important Note on CAS Number and EC Number
The BASF Safety Data Sheet identifies Lutensol TO 8 with CAS number 69011-36-5 and the chemical name Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), alpha-tridecyl-omega-hydroxy-, branched. For SEO, regulatory and purchasing clarity, this page lists CAS No. 69011-36-5 and EC No. 500-241-6 for isotridecanol, ethoxylated / CAS 69011-36-5. Because ethoxylated alcohol substances may be registered under different regional or degree-of-ethoxylation identities, customers should always verify final regulatory identifiers using the latest BASF SDS and local compliance documentation.
What Is Lutensol TO 8?
Lutensol TO 8 is a BASF nonionic surfactant based on saturated iso-C13 oxo alcohol reacted with ethylene oxide. The numeric code TO 8 indicates an approximate degree of ethoxylation of 8. This structure gives Lutensol TO 8 a strong balance between hydrophobic and hydrophilic performance, making it useful in water-based, solvent-containing and mixed industrial formulation systems.
Lutensol TO 8 is commonly evaluated as a wetting agent, emulsifier, dispersant, compatibilizer and detergent surfactant. It is especially relevant where formulators require a nonionic surfactant with good surface tension reduction, high foam formation, strong wetting performance and compatibility with selected aqueous and acidic systems.
Alternative Names and Search Terms
BASF Lutensol TO 8
Lutensol® TO 8
Lutensol TO8
BASF PRD 30044015
Isotridecanol ethoxylated
Ethoxylated isotridecanol
C13 alcohol ethoxylate
Iso-C13 alcohol ethoxylate
Trideceth-8
Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), alpha-tridecyl-omega-hydroxy-, branched
Nonionic surfactant
Wetting agent
Emulsifier
Dispersing surfactant
Agrochemical surfactant
Water conditioning surfactant
Drilling surfactant
Mining surfactant
Key Benefits of BASF Lutensol TO 8
Nonionic surfactant performance: Lutensol TO 8 provides nonionic surface activity, making it useful in formulations where ionic compatibility, wetting, emulsification and dispersion are required.
Balanced HLB profile: With an approximate HLB value of 13, Lutensol TO 8 is suitable for many water-based and mixed systems that require a balance between emulsification and wetting.
Strong wetting and surface tension reduction: The BASF technical information reports wetting values of approximately 70, 25 and 10 seconds at increasing concentrations and surface tension around 28 mN/m.
Useful emulsification and compatibilization: BASF’s product positioning describes Lutensol TO 8 as a high-performance surfactant with emulsification, dispersion, wetting and compatibilizing properties.
Readily biodegradable surfactant: The BASF SDS states that Lutensol TO 8 is readily biodegradable according to OECD criteria and that the surfactant complies with the biodegradability criteria of Regulation (EC) No. 648/2004 on detergents.
Industrial supply reliability: Ataman Kimya supports customers with quotation, supply, documentation, safety data sheets, technical information, and logistics for Turkey and the surrounding region.
Applications of Lutensol TO 8
Lutensol TO 8 for Agrochemicals and Crop Protection
Nonionic wetting agent packages for agrochemical formulations
Emulsifiable concentrate, soluble liquid and dispersion systems after formulation testing
Adjuvant and tank-mix support systems where nonionic surfactant chemistry is required
Retention, spreading, surface activity and compatibility support in selected crop-protection formulations
Herbicide, fungicide and insecticide formulations after active-ingredient compatibility checks
Final suitability must be confirmed by formulation, stability, compatibility, performance and regulatory testing under the customer’s actual operating conditions.
Lutensol TO 8 for Water Conditioning and Industrial Water Systems
Industrial water-conditioning formulations requiring surface activity
Wetting and cleaning additives for water-based maintenance systems
Formulations requiring nonionic surfactant compatibility in selected acidic or aqueous media
Process chemical blends where emulsification or dispersion support is needed
Final suitability must be confirmed by formulation, stability, compatibility, performance and regulatory testing under the customer’s actual operating conditions.
Lutensol TO 8 for Drilling and Oilfield Chemicals
Water-based and mixed drilling fluid additive packages after compatibility testing
Wetting and dispersion systems for drilling and wellbore treatment formulations
Cleaning, flushing and surfactant blends where nonionic chemistry is useful
Emulsification and compatibilization support in selected oilfield chemical systems
Final suitability must be confirmed by formulation, stability, compatibility, performance and regulatory testing under the customer’s actual operating conditions.
Lutensol TO 8 for Mining and Mineral Processing
Wetting and dispersion additives for mineral-processing formulations
Surfactant blends for process water and reagent systems
Cleaning and maintenance formulations used around mining operations
Laboratory and pilot-scale evaluation in flotation, dispersion or surface-treatment systems
Final suitability must be confirmed by formulation, stability, compatibility, performance and regulatory testing under the customer’s actual operating conditions.
Lutensol TO 8 for Detergents, Cleaners and Chemical Industries
Industrial and institutional cleaning formulations
Hard-surface cleaners and degreasing products
Detergent systems requiring nonionic surfactant performance
Emulsifier and compatibilizer in chemical and allied industries
Alternative surfactant systems to selected alkylphenol ethoxylates where formulation testing confirms suitability
Final suitability must be confirmed by formulation, stability, compatibility, performance and regulatory testing under the customer’s actual operating conditions.
Typical Technical Properties
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Physical form at 23 °C |
Liquid |
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Appearance |
Cloudy liquid at 23 °C; clear at 50 °C |
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Concentration |
Approx. 100% |
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pH value |
Approx. 7 |
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Density |
Approx. 1.01 g/cm³ at 23 °C; approx. 1.00 g/cm³ at 20 °C in SDS |
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Viscosity |
Approx. 150 mPa·s at 23 °C; approx. 20 mPa·s at 60 °C |
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HLB value |
Approx. 13 |
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Surface tension |
Approx. 28 mN/m at 1 g/L, 23 °C; SDS reports 26.8 mN/m at 0.5 g/L |
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Foam formation |
Approx. 550 cm³ under BASF EN 12728 test conditions |
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Wetting performance |
Approx. 70 s at 0.5 g/L; 25 s at 1.0 g/L; 10 s at 2.0 g/L |
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Cloud points |
Method A approx. 60 °C; B approx. 46 °C; C approx. 35 °C; D approx. 80 °C; E approx. 80 °C |
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Flash point |
Approx. 200 °C in SDS; >100 °C in TDS table |
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Storage temperature |
Keep bulk protected from solidification; do not exceed 70 °C |
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Shelf life |
At least 2 years in original packaging under proper storage conditions |
Solubility and Formulation Behaviour
According to BASF technical information, the solubility of Lutensol TO 8 at 10% and 23 °C is summarized below. These values are a starting point for formulation work and must be verified in the complete formulation.
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Distilled water |
Clear solution |
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Potable water |
Clear solution |
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Caustic soda 5% |
Insoluble |
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Hydrochloric acid 5% |
Clear solution |
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Salt solution 5% |
Clear solution |
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Mineral oils |
Sparingly soluble |
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Alcohols |
Clear solution |
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Aromatic hydrocarbons |
Insoluble |
The BASF technical information also notes that Lutensol TO types may form fairly stiff gels at certain concentrations when water is added. For very dilute systems or when Lutensol TO 8 is added to other solutions, preparing a 10-25% stock solution can make dilution easier.
Storage and Handling
Store indoors in a dry place and keep containers tightly sealed.
Lutensol TO 8 is hygroscopic and can absorb moisture; drums should be resealed after each opening.
Bulk product should be protected from solidification; do not exceed 70 °C.
Cloudiness or sediment at room temperature can generally be dissipated by heating to around 50 °C and homogenizing.
Solidified or sedimented liquid should be heated to 50-70 °C and mixed before use.
For heated tanks at 50-70 °C, nitrogen blanketing is recommended to prevent contact with air.
Internal electrical heating elements should not be used because of localized temperature anomalies.
Use suitable personal protective equipment and follow the current BASF Safety Data Sheet.
Safety and Regulatory Information
According to the BASF Safety Data Sheet, Lutensol TO 8 is classified under UN GHS criteria as Acute Tox. 4 (oral), Acute Tox. 5 (dermal), Eye Dam. 1 and Aquatic Acute 2. The signal word is Danger.
H318: Causes serious eye damage.
H302: Harmful if swallowed.
H401: Toxic to aquatic life.
H313: May be harmful in contact with skin.
Wear eye and face protection, avoid release to the environment and follow industrial hygiene practices.
Not classified as dangerous goods under ADR, RID, ADN, IMDG or IATA/ICAO transport regulations according to the BASF SDS.
The product is readily biodegradable according to OECD criteria and does not fulfill PBT/vPvB criteria under the referenced REACH assessment.
Why Choose Ataman Kimya?
BASF product sourcing for Turkey and the surrounding region
Support for agricultural chemicals, water conditioning, drilling and mining industries
Commercial quotation, packaging and logistics assistance
Access to current SDS, technical information and product documentation
Application-focused discussion for surfactant, wetting, emulsification and dispersion needs
Support for sample requests, availability checks and delivery planning
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lutensol TO 8?
Lutensol TO 8 is a BASF nonionic surfactant based on a branched iso-C13 alcohol ethoxylate with approximately 8 moles of ethylene oxide.
What is the CAS number of Lutensol TO 8?
The CAS number of Lutensol TO 8 is 69011-36-5.
What is the EC number of Lutensol TO 8?
The EC number commonly listed for isotridecanol, ethoxylated / CAS 69011-36-5 is 500-241-6. Customers should verify the applicable regional identifier in the latest regulatory documentation.
What is the BASF PRD number?
The BASF PRD number of Lutensol TO 8 is 30044015.
Is Lutensol TO 8 biodegradable?
Yes. The BASF SDS states that Lutensol TO 8 is readily biodegradable according to OECD criteria.
Can Lutensol TO 8 be used in agrochemical formulations?
It can be evaluated as a nonionic surfactant, wetting agent, emulsifier or dispersant in selected agrochemical formulations. Final suitability must be proven by compatibility, stability, biological performance and regulatory testing.
Where can I buy BASF Lutensol TO 8 in Turkey?
BASF Lutensol TO 8 can be supplied by Ataman Kimya for customers in Turkey and the surrounding region.
Sources Used
BASF Safety Data Sheet: Lutensol® TO 8, ID no. 30044015/SDS_GEN_00/EN, version 3.0, revised 13.05.2026.
BASF Technical Information: Lutensol® TO types, November 2014, 08_130213e-02.
BASF Care360 product page for Lutensol® TO 8, PRD 30044015.
ECHA CHEM substance information for CAS 69011-36-5 / isotridecanol, ethoxylated.
