High‑efficiency, bio‑based surfactant for vehicle care
STEPOSOL® MET‑10U (N,N-dimethyl-9-decenamide) offers formulators a powerful way to reduce solvent content while maintaining exceptional cleaning performance. Derived from renewable feedstocks and synthesized via metathesis technology, this sustainable surfactant provides solvent-like power with the versatility of a surfactant.
Key benefits:
- Replaces up to 95% of hazardous solvents without sacrificing performance
- Rapid soil penetration for tough soils
- Effective across pH 3–12 for diverse formulation systems
- Strong solvency with the functionality of a surfactant
- Low VOC (volatile organic compound), non‑flammable, readily biodegradable
Additional features:
- Soluble in both polar (methanol) and nonpolar (xylene, kerosene) solvents
- Clear liquid with Biorenewable Carbon Index (BCI) of 75%
- Excellent hydrolytic and heat stability
Delivers outstanding performance in:
- Vehicle and machinery cleaners
- Engine degreasers
- Metalworking and metal cleaners
- Paint, coating and adhesive removers
Formulate for the future
We support customers developing low‑water and waterless cleaning technologies, providing ingredient expertise and technical guidance to create high‑efficiency, sustainable formulations.