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The selection of surfactants for specific household applications

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Journal of the American Oil Chemists’ Society

Abstract

The various criteria involved in choosing a surfactant for laundry products, light-duty liquids, shampoos and liquid soap products are discussed. These include cleaning performance, foam characteristics, formulatability, tolerance to water hardness, processability, and cost. The effect of surfactant composition on performance is also discussed.

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  1. Surfactant Applications, Chemicals Technical Service Division, Conoco Inc., 74601, Ponca City, OK

    Michael F. Cox & Ted P. Matson

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Cox, M.F., Matson, T.P. The selection of surfactants for specific household applications. J Am Oil Chem Soc 60, 1170–1174 (1983). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02671353

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