Poly(ethylene glycol) (12) tridecyl ether is a nonionic surfactant belonging to the ethoxylated fatty alcohol group. It is commonly utilized as an emulsifier, solubilizer, and wetting agent in various industrial and personal care products. This compound possesses properties that make it suitable for these applications, such as low toxicity, high solubility in water and organic solvents, and the ability to stabilize emulsions. Furthermore, it can serve as a raw material for producing other surfactants and specialty chemicals.