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Alkyl Polyglucosides (APG)

High-performance, biodegradable non-ionic surfactants derived from renewable plant resources. Ideal for personal care, home care, agrochemicals, and industrial applications.

High-performance, biodegradable non-ionic surfactants derived from renewable plant resources. Ideal for personal care, home care, agrochemicals, and industrial applications.

Technical Specifications

PropertySpecification
Chemical NameAlkyl Polyglucosides (APG)
CAS Numbers68515-73-1 (C8-C16), 110615-47-9 (C12-C16), 94922-09-1 (C16-C18)
SourceDerived from renewable resources (plant-based glucose and fatty alcohols)
AppearanceClear to slightly hazy liquid or white to off-white paste
pH RangeStable in pH 4-12
BiodegradabilityReadily biodegradable (>60% in 28 days)
StorageStore in cool, dry place in tightly sealed containers

Why Choose Our Alkyl Polyglucosides (APG)

Eco-Friendly Excellence

Dermatologically Superior

Performance Engineered

Formulation Versatility

Applications

  • Gentle shampoos and body washes
  • Baby care and sensitive skin products
  • Eco-friendly household cleaners
  • Biodegradable laundry detergents
  • Agricultural adjuvants and wetting agents
  • Industrial cleaners and hard surface cleaners
  • Emulsifiers for personal care formulations
  • Wetting agents for pesticide/herbicide formulations
  • Hand soaps and facial cleansers
  • Natural and organic certified products

Available Grades

APG C8-C10 — cosmetic

Mild, high-foam shampoos

PropertySpecification
Chemical NameOctyl/Decyl Glucoside
Cas Number68515-73-1
Hlb12-14
Active Content50-65%
Ph11-12
CertificationsECOCERT
Viscosity500-1,500 mPa·s

APG C8-C14 — industrial

Household cleaners

PropertySpecification
Chemical NameCaprylyl/Capryl Glucoside
Cas Number68515-73-1
Hlb11-13
Active Content50-65%
Ph11-12
CertificationsECOCERT
Viscosity1,000-3,000 mPa·s

APG C8-C16 — cosmetic

Baby care, eco detergents

PropertySpecification
Chemical NameCoco-Glucoside
Cas Number68515-73-1
Hlb10-12
Active Content50-65%
Ph10-11
CertificationsCOSMOS
Viscosity2,000-5,000 mPa·s

APG C12-C16 — cosmetic

Facial cleansers, soaps

PropertySpecification
Chemical NameLauryl/Myristyl Glucoside
Cas Number110615-47-9
Hlb9-11
Active Content50-65%
Ph9-10
CertificationsECOCERT
Viscosity3,000-8,000 mPa·s

APG C12-C18 — cosmetic

Cream emulsifier

PropertySpecification
Chemical NameStearyl Glucoside
Cas Number94922-09-1
Hlb8-10
Active Content50-65%
Ph8-9
CertificationsCOSMOS
Viscosity5,000-10,000 mPa·s

APG C16-C18 — cosmetic

Conditioner thickener

PropertySpecification
Chemical NameCetearyl Glucoside
Cas Number94922-09-1
Hlb7-9
Active Content50-65%
Ph7-8
CertificationsCOSMOS, ISO 16128
Viscosity8,000-15,000 mPa·s