Surfactants at OQEMA: clean chemistry, bright future

OQEMA specialises in surfactants-the unsung heroes behind your everyday products. From silky shampoos to velvety creams, surfactants choreograph the soapy symphony that makes your daily routine sparkle. Surfactants are the backbone of cleanliness. They create lather, remove dirt, and ensure your shampoo foams just right. But their magic extends beyond bathrooms. In paints, detergents, and even your morning coffee, surfactants play pivotal roles. Without them, life would be a bit less bubbly. Industries rely on surfactants for stability, dispersion, and emulsification. OQEMA ensures a steady supply, keeping industries humming.

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Reduced carbon footprint

Our one‑shot concentrates minimise the need to ship water and multiple raw materials, reducing resource use and lowering our carbon footprint. All concentrates are proudly manufactured in the UK, further cutting emissions through local production

Returnable IBC

Our concentrates come in returnable Intermediate Bulk Containers (IBCs). This smart packaging choice reduces waste and promotes sustainability.

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Pine Gel Conc. - Q-Surf PGC

Pine Gel
Pine Gel

This is a pine gel concentrate which is a mobile liquid, however when diluted in water to circa 20%, it produces a thick gel, with a strong pine scent and excellent cleaning power. The gel can then be used in a warm water solution to clean most hard surfaces, typically at a dilution of 50-75ml per 3 litres.

The product is a powerhouse cleaning solution that transcends ordinary sprays and wipes. Pine gel's secret lies in its concentrated surfactants in combination with the cleaning power of a natural pine oil —those tiny cleaning molecules that work tirelessly behind the scenes. They cut through grime, grease, and stubborn stains, leaving surfaces gleaming. Pine gel doesn't play favourites.

Product details 
Component% w/w
Waterto 100%
Q-Surf PGC20
Dyeqs

Neutral Detergent Conc. - Q-Surf 2506

Neutral Detergent Conc.
Neutral Detergent Conc.

Q-Surf 2506 is a neutral detergent concentrate that's more than meets the eye. Q-Surf 2506 packs a punch when it comes to cleaning.

This is a 'sink wash' neutral detergent concentrate that is supplied as a mobile liquid. Upon dilution with water, and adjustment with NaCl, it produces a viscous liquid with excellent foaming and degreasing properties. Finished concentrations of between 8% and 25% active are then easily achieved.
Additionally, the diluted product will support a fragrance loading of between 0.1% and 0.35% w/w, depending on the finished activity. The product has excellent hard water stability and is easily homogenised during manufacturing, under gentle mixing.

Product details 
Q-Surf 2506 Component% w/w
Waterto 100%
Q-Surf2506 10-35 (dependant on activity required)
NaCl0.05 – 0.35 (dependant on desired final viscosity)
Dyeqs
Fragranceqs
Preservativeqs

Bleach Thickener Conc. - Q-Surf HT-50

Bleach Thickener Conc.
Bleach Thickener Conc.

Q-Surf HT-50 is a bleach thickener concentrate that transforms ordinary bleach into a precision tool. Q-Surf HT-50 has been formulated to be stable in the presence of chlorine, whilst maintaining a viscous finished product and reducing the decomposition of the sodium hypochlorite component. Q-Surf HT-50 thickens the solution, allowing it to cling to inclined surfaces. This extended contact time means better soil removal and germ eradication. Q-Surf HT-50 enables the solubilisation of sodium hypochlorite stabilised fragrances, adding a touch of freshness to your cleaning endeavours.

Product details 
Q-Surf HT-50 Component% w/w
Waterto 100%
Q-Surf HT-5011
NaOH 30%1,1
Sodium Hypochlorite35
Dyeqs
Fragranceqs

Beaded Hand Gel. Conc. - Q-Surf HGO

Beaded Hand Gel. Conc.
Beaded Hand Gel. Conc.

Q-Surf HGO is a hand-gel concentrate that is supplied as a liquid base. The finished hand gel is produced by adding the HGO to hot water (65-75degC) under mixing, at circa 35% w/w. Abrasive beads of choice can then be added to the mix, which in combination with the surfactant and oil blend, will act as minute bars of soap, aiding a deep clean. The finished product, upon cooling produces a firm 'ringing' gel with sufficient viscosity that any beads added will not settle to the bottom. It has a strong citrus fragrance, which leaves the hands smelling pleasant after use.

Product details 
Q-Surf HGO Component% w/w
Waterto 100%
Q-Surf HGO35
Abrasive beads3
Preservativeqs
Dyeqs

OQEMA SLES Dilution plant

At OQEMA, we have something exciting brewing at our Denaby site. It's our brand-new SLES dilution plant.

27% SLES is found in hundreds of household cleaners and personal care products but here's where we get clever. From a green perspective, we ship our products at 70% concentration, which we then dilute to 27%. This approach results in a lower overall carbon footprint compared to shipping the equivalent 27% directly.

Further products

Explore our extensive range of surfactants tailored to meet your specific needs. From Anionic Surfactants, which generate abundant foam and excel at removing particulate soils, to Nonionic Surfactants, which help blend oil and water, creating stable emulsions. Explore the versatility of Amphoteric Surfactants, capable of adapting to various pH environments and widely used in personal care items like shampoos and mild cleansers. For specialised applications such as fabric softeners and the like, delve into the efficacy of Cationic Surfactants. These surfactants are useful in various applications due to their properties, such as solubility in water and organic solvents. Dive deeper into each category to uncover the perfect solution for your cleaning and formulation challenges.

Aionic Surfactant range

Nonionic Surfactant range

Amphoteric Surfactant range

Cationic Surfactant range

Product name 
Sodium Lauryl Ethoxy SulphatesSLES 70% & 27%
Sodium Lauryl SulphatesSLS 30%
Dioctyl sulfosuccinatesDOS 70% 
Alpha Olefin SulphonatesAOS 30 & 40% 
Product 
C9-11 + 6EOQ-Surf N096
C9-11 + 8EOQ-Surf N098
C12-14 + 2EOQ-Surf N242
C12-14 + 3EOQ-Surf N243
C12-14 + 7EOQ-Surf N247
Product 
Cocamidopropyl BetaineCAP-B
Sodium DipropionatesBBM30
Product 
Alkyl Dimethyl Benzene Ammonium ChlorideBAC50

Further products

Explore our extensive range of surfactants tailored to meet your specific needs. From Anionic Surfactants, which generate abundant foam and excel at removing particulate soils, to Nonionic Surfactants, which help blend oil and water, creating stable emulsions. Explore the versatility of Amphoteric Surfactants, capable of adapting to various pH environments and widely used in personal care items like shampoos and mild cleansers. For specialised applications such as fabric softeners and the like, delve into the efficacy of Cationic Surfactants. These surfactants are useful in various applications due to their properties, such as solubility in water and organic solvents. Dive deeper into each category to uncover the perfect solution for your cleaning and formulation challenges.

Aionic Surfactant range

Product name 
Sodium Lauryl Ethoxy SulphatesSLES 70% & 27%
Sodium Lauryl SulphatesSLS 30%
Dioctyl sulfosuccinatesDOS 70% 
Alpha Olefin SulphonatesAOS 30 & 40% 

Nonionic Surfactant range

Product 
C9-11 + 6EOQ-Surf N096
C9-11 + 8EOQ-Surf N098
C12-14 + 2EOQ-Surf N242
C12-14 + 3EOQ-Surf N243
C12-14 + 7EOQ-Surf N247

Amphoteric Surfactant range

Product 
Cocamidopropyl BetaineCAP-B
Sodium DipropionatesBBM30

Cationic Surfactant range

Product 
Alkyl Dimethyl Benzene Ammonium ChlorideBAC50

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