Triton X-100 is a nonionic surfactant that has a hydrophilic polyethylene oxide chain and an aromatic hydrocarbon lipophilic or hydrophobic group.
Triton X-100 is a nonionic surfactant that has a hydrophilic polyethylene oxide chain and an aromatic hydrocarbon lipophilic or hydrophobic group. The hydrocarbon group is a 4–phenyl group.
Density: 1.07 g/cm³
Formula: C14H22O(C2H4O)n(n=9-10)
Molar mass: 647 g mol−1
Solubility in water: Soluble
Boiling point: 270 °C (518 °F; 543 K)
3D model (JSmol): Interactive image
Appearance: viscous, colourless liquid