Oleochemical Raw Materials FAQ

Answers to the questions overseas buyers ask most about fatty alcohols, fatty acids, SLES/AES, tertiary amines, APG and quaternary ammonium salts - specifications, MOQ, samples, COA, packing, export terms and lead times.

01Company & Supply Capability

Q1: What products does Shanghai Tuyi International Trade supply?

We specialise in oleochemical raw materials: fatty alcohols (C6-C22), fatty acids (C8-C22), SLES/AES, tertiary amines, APG alkyl polyglucoside and quaternary ammonium salts. We serve detergent manufacturers, surfactant producers, personal care formulators, rubber and plastic additive makers, and coatings companies.

Q2: Are you a manufacturer or a trading company?

We are a trading company that integrates raw material sourcing with product sales. We hold long-term strategic agreements with 30+ upstream producers, which allows us to offer stable multi-source supply, competitive pricing and consolidated shipments across product lines.

Q3: Do you export? Which markets do you serve?

Yes. We export regularly to Japan, Malaysia, Indonesia and other markets, and support worldwide shipment. Export orders can be supplied with English quotations, commercial invoices, packing lists, COA, and customs clearance and sea freight booking support.

Q4: Can you provide a COA and support third-party testing?

Yes. Every shipment is accompanied by a Certificate of Analysis covering assay, colour, acid value, iodine value and moisture as applicable. Third-party inspection (SGS, BV or your nominated agency) can be arranged for larger orders.

02Fatty Alcohols & Fatty Acids

Q5: Which fatty alcohol grades do you stock?

We supply the full C6-C22 range: n-hexanol (C6), n-octanol (C8), C8-10 blend, decyl alcohol (C10), lauryl alcohol (C12), C12-14 blend, myristyl alcohol (C14), cetyl alcohol (C16), C16-18 blend, stearyl alcohol (C18), C18-16 blend, arachidyl alcohol (C20) and behenyl alcohol (C22). Note that our C8 grade is n-octanol only - we do not supply 2-ethylhexanol.

Q6: What is the difference between C12 and C16 fatty alcohol?

Carbon chain length drives melting point, solubility and polarity. C12 (lauryl alcohol) is the mainstream feedstock for SLES, APG and primary amines, suited to detergents, shampoo and shower gel. C16 (cetyl alcohol) and C18 (stearyl alcohol) are higher-melting, less water-soluble, and are used as cosmetic emulsifiers, consistency regulators and textile softener bases.

Q7: Can you customise specifications?

Yes. For blends 810/1214/1618 we can adjust carbon chain distribution, assay, colour and solidification point. For fatty acids we can tailor iodine value, acid value and colour. Final specifications are confirmed in the contract.

Q8: What packing options are available?

Liquid grades are packed in 200 L steel or plastic drums, IBC totes, or shipped by tank truck. Solid grades (lauryl alcohol and above, and solid fatty acids) are packed in 25 kg woven bags or 500 kg big bags. Custom packing is available on request.

03Ordering, MOQ & Logistics

Q9: What is your minimum order quantity?

Our MOQ is flexible. We support sample trials (under 25 kg), small batches (25 kg to 1 tonne), medium volumes (1-10 tonnes) and full container loads. Urgent small orders from our partner warehouses in East China can be dispatched the same day.

Q10: Can I request a sample before placing an order?

Yes. We provide free samples for testing. Samples are typically dispatched within 48 hours of confirmation, together with the COA for that batch so you can validate the material on your own equipment.

Q11: What are your lead times and delivery terms?

Spot stock ships from our partner warehouses on short notice. Contract volumes are scheduled according to the agreement. We support road, rail and sea multimodal delivery, and work with EXW, FOB, CFR and CIF terms depending on destination. Lead time is subject to contract.

Q12: What payment terms do you accept?

For domestic orders we accept T/T against contract. For export orders we typically work with T/T (deposit plus balance against documents) or irrevocable L/C at sight for larger volumes. Specific terms are agreed case by case.

Q13: How fast can I get a quotation?

We respond within 24 hours with a tailored quotation including price, lead time and logistics plan. The more detail you provide - grade, purity, monthly volume, delivery destination and required date - the more accurate the quote.

04Quality & Compliance

Q14: How do you control quality?

Every lot receives 100% inbound inspection, and key indicators (assay, colour, acid value) are checked batch by batch under traceable batch management. COAs are issued per shipment, and retained samples are kept for traceability.

Q15: Can you provide SDS/TDS and export documentation?

Yes. We provide SDS and TDS in English, plus COA, commercial invoice, packing list, certificate of origin and other documents required for import clearance in your market.

Q16: Which industries do your raw materials serve?

Detergents and home care, personal care and cosmetics, surfactant manufacture, plastic additives and PVC processing, textile printing and dyeing auxiliaries, lubricants and ester base oils, pharmaceuticals, and flavour and fragrance compounding.

Did not find your question?

For anything not covered above - grade selection, specification checks, or current market pricing - contact our team directly. We quote within 24 hours and dispatch samples within 48 hours across our full range of oleochemical raw materials.

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