Why Add Huajinda to Your Isotridecyl Alcohol (ITDA) Supply Base?
- Established commercial production in China, supporting regular Isotridecyl Alcohol (ITDA) supply.
- Ten-thousand-ton-level capacity provides a foundation for commercial-volume purchasing.
- An additional qualified source reduces single-supplier dependence.
- Custom long-chain iso-alcohol development supports specific application needs.
A Commercial Isotridecyl Alcohol (ITDA) Source for Surfactant and Ester Production
Huajinda is a China-based manufacturer of Isotridecyl Alcohol R-13 (ITDA, CAS 27458-92-0), supplying customers in surfactant, ester and related chemical markets. Commercial-scale production, controlled product specifications and an expanding iso-alcohol production base support regular procurement needs. We also develop long-chain specialty iso-alcohols for selected downstream processes and application requirements.
Huajinda Iso-Alcohol Product Range
CAS 27458-92-0
Branched C13 alcohol for nonionic surfactants, specialty esters and other functional chemical derivatives.
Customized branched alcohol solutions for selected carbon-chain ranges, downstream reactions and application requirements.
Where Isotridecyl Alcohol (ITDA) Fits in Downstream Applications
As a branched C13 alcohol, Isotridecyl Alcohol (ITDA) serves primarily as a chemical feedstock for several established derivative routes. Its role and resulting performance should be evaluated together with the downstream molecular structure and formulation.
Feedstock for alcohol ethoxylates used in cleaning, wetting and textile processing.
Alcohol component for ester products used in lubricants, plasticizers and polymer-related applications.
Used as an auxiliary solvent or intermediate in selected formulation systems.
Starting material for resins, textile auxiliaries and other C13 derivatives.
Commercial Isotridecyl Alcohol (ITDA) Supply for Ongoing Procurement
Huajinda has established commercial production of Isotridecyl Alcohol R-13 in China, with ten-thousand-ton-level supply capacity supporting regular customer demand. Controlled product specifications, commercial production experience and technical documentation make R-13 suitable for supplier qualification, routine purchasing and longer-term sourcing programs in surfactant, ester and related derivative markets.
Expanding Beyond Standard C13 Alcohol
Huajinda is continuing to expand its iso-alcohol production capabilities. In addition to R-13, we are developing long-chain specialty iso-alcohols for selected downstream applications. Product specifications and development targets can be discussed according to carbon-chain requirements, processing conditions and intended use, providing customers with additional options for future formulation and raw-material projects.
Huajinda: Manufacturing Strength for Reliable Global Supply
Huajinda operates three production bases in China, providing stable manufacturing support for a range of specialty chemical products. Our production setup allows closer coordination of supply planning, batch management, and regular customer orders. Today, Huajinda serves more than 200 customers across East Asia, Southeast Asia, Europe, and the Americas, with practical experience in export documentation, logistics coordination, and long-term international chemical supply.
More Applications of Isotridecyl Alcohol
Isotridecyl Alcohol (ITDA) is widely used as a feedstock for isotridecyl alcohol ethoxylates. By adjusting the EO addition level, downstream producers can develop nonionic surfactants for cleaning, wetting, emulsification and textile-processing applications. Because Isotridecyl Alcohol (ITDA) is a branched aliphatic alcohol, it also provides a feedstock option for surfactant routes that do not rely on alkylphenols.
Ethoxylated Isotridecyl Alcohol (ITDA) derivatives can be used in wetting, detergency and textile-processing systems. The EO chain length affects properties such as water solubility, cloud point, HLB and viscosity, allowing different derivative structures to be selected according to the intended processing and formulation requirements.
Through esterification with selected acids, Isotridecyl Alcohol (ITDA) can be converted into specialty esters for lubricants, plasticizers, polymer additives and related functional materials. The properties of the finished ester depend on both the alcohol and acid structures as well as reaction and purification conditions.
Isotridecyl Alcohol (ITDA) can also be evaluated in selected coating, ink and specialty chemical systems as an intermediate or auxiliary component. Depending on the application, relevant factors may include compatibility, viscosity, volatility and downstream reaction requirements. Performance should be confirmed within the customer’s complete formulation.
- Typical Specifications
- Supply & Customization
- Quality Certification
| Test Item | Technical Specification |
| Color, Hazen | ≤10 |
| Water Content, μg/g | ≤1000 |
| Acid Value, mg KOH/g | ≤0.1 |
| Hydroxyl Value, mg KOH/g | 280±7 |
| Saponification Value, mg KOH/g | ≤0.5 |
| Iodine Value, g I₂/100 g | ≤0.4 |
| Carbonyl Value, μg C=O/g | ≤100 |
Note: Specifications above apply to Huajinda Isotridecyl Alcohol R-13. Please refer to the latest TDS and batch COA for confirmed product data.
| Item | Information |
| Production Scale | Ten-thousand-ton-level commercial supply |
| Capacity Development | Iso-alcohol capacity expansion underway |
| Product Scope | R-13 and long-chain specialty iso-alcohols |
| Custom Development | C13, C17 and C21 iso-alcohols |
| Customized Products | Discussed according to project requirements |
| Technical Documents | TDS, MSDS, specification and batch COA |
| Samples | Available according to project requirements |
| Packaging | Confirmed according to order requirements |
R-13 is mainly used as a feedstock for nonionic surfactants, specialty esters, coatings, inks and specialty solvents. It can enter ethoxylation, esterification and other derivative routes. Final application performance depends on the resulting derivative and complete formulation.
Yes. In addition to standard R-13, Huajinda can discuss long-chain specialty iso-alcohol development based on carbon-chain requirements, downstream processing conditions and intended applications. Product specifications, technical feasibility and commercial arrangements are evaluated according to the requirements of each project.
Yes. Samples, TDS, MSDS, product specifications and batch COA can be provided according to the stage and requirements of the project. Customers may include the intended application, required quantity and destination when submitting an inquiry.
Packaging, lead time and shipment method are confirmed according to order quantity, destination, transport requirements and production scheduling. Customers are advised to provide the required quantity and target delivery date when requesting a quotation.
What Is Isotridecyl Alcohol (ITDA)?
Isotridecyl Alcohol, also known as Isotridecanol or Isotridecyl Alcohol (ITDA), is a branched C13 alcohol. Huajinda R-13 is identified by CAS 27458-92-0 and is primarily used as a chemical feedstock. Typical downstream routes include alcohol ethoxylates, specialty esters and other functional C13 derivatives used across surfactant, lubricant, polymer and specialty chemical applications.
How Does Branching Affect a C13 Alcohol?
Compared with a linear carbon chain, a branched structure changes molecular packing and can influence properties such as flow behavior, compatibility and downstream derivative characteristics. Branching is only one factor, however. Product composition, molecular distribution, reaction conditions and the structure of the final ethoxylate or ester also affect practical performance.
Which R-13 Specifications Matter in Downstream Processing?
Hydroxyl value is an important reference for feed calculation and reaction design, while water and acid value can affect reaction control in some processes. Carbonyl, iodine and saponification values provide additional references for incoming quality evaluation and batch comparison. Color may also be relevant when producing light-colored downstream products.
From Isotridecyl Alcohol (ITDA) to Alcohol Ethoxylates
During ethoxylation, changing the EO addition level produces nonionic surfactants with different water solubility, cloud point, HLB, viscosity and application characteristics. These properties belong to the resulting ethoxylate rather than Isotridecyl Alcohol (ITDA) itself, so both the target derivative structure and final application need to be considered during raw-material evaluation.
From Isotridecanol to Specialty Esters
Isotridecyl Alcohol (ITDA) can react with selected acids to produce specialty esters with different polarity, viscosity, volatility and application profiles. The branched C13 alcohol structure contributes one part of the molecule, while the acid component, conversion, purification and final formulation also influence finished-product performance.
Can Isotridecyl Alcohol （ITDA) Be Used in Alkylphenol-Free Surfactant Routes?
Isotridecyl Alcohol (ITDA) is a branched aliphatic alcohol rather than an alkylphenol, so its ethoxylated derivatives can be used in surfactant routes that do not use alkylphenol feedstocks. Whether a finished product can be described as APEO-free should still be determined according to all raw materials, manufacturing controls and applicable analytical or regulatory requirements.
