Detergent & Cleaning
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Complete Surfactant Systems for Cleaning Excellence
Complete Surfactant Systems for Cleaning Excellence
Pharcos supplies the full spectrum of surfactants needed for household and industrial cleaning products. From primary cleansing agents and foam boosters to thickeners and pearlizing agents, our ingredients enable the formulation of high-performance cleaners, dishwashing liquids, laundry detergents, and industrial degreasers.
Application Areas
Shampoo & Body Wash
Cocamide DEA/MEA (Pharcos CDEA/CMEA) boost foam and build viscosity in SLS/SLES-based cleansing systems. Replace with Coco Betaine (Pharcos CB 30) for milder, sulfate-free systems.
Toilet Rim Blocks & Powder Detergents
Ceteareth-50 (Pharcos C 50) and Ceteareth-80 (Pharcos C 80) serves as the primary binder and solubilizer for solid rim block formulations. Use at 20-40% with perfume, dye, and acid/alkaline active.
Industrial Degreasers
Nonyl Phenol Ethoxylates (Pharcos NP), Lauryl Alcohol Ethoxylates (Pharcos L), C 9-11 Alcohol Ethoxylates (Pharcos NUA) and C 12-18 Alcohol Ethoxylates (Pharcos LS) provide heavy-duty degreasing for metalworking and manufacturing environments.
Why Choose Pharcos for Detergent & Cleaning?
Complete System Supply
One-stop supply for primary surfactants, co-surfactants, foam boosters, thickeners, solubilizers, and opacifiers for any cleaning system.
Cost-Effective Solutions
We optimize formulations to balance performance and cost, helping you develop commercially competitive products.
Industrial & Institutional Focus
Specialized products for I&I cleaning including CIP systems, floor cleaners, and heavy-duty degreasers.
Common Questions
Questions about our detergent & cleaning solutions
Pharcos CDEA (Cocamide Diethanolamide) is our primary foam booster for conventional systems. For mild formulations, Pharcos CB 30 (Coco Betaine 30%) provides foam boosting with skin-friendly properties. Both also serve as viscosity builders.
Yes, Pharcos EGDS (Glycol Distearate) is our standard pearlizing agent for shampoos and body washes. Use at 1-3% with a suitable suspending agent for stable pearl-effect formulations.
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