Sodium dodecyl sulfate

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Cat Number

PIE-0286

CAS Number

151-21-3

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Product Detail

CAS Number

151-21-3

EINECS

205-788-1

Synonyms

Sodium dodecyl sulfate SODIUM LAURYL SULFATE Sodium dodecylsulfate Sodium lauryl sulphate

Description

Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLS) is an anionic surfactant naturally derived from coconut and/or palm kernel oil. It usually consists of a mixture of sodium alkyl sulfates, mainly the lauryl. SLS lowers surface tension of aqueous solutions and is used as fat emulsifier, wetting agent, and detergent in cosmetics, pharmaceuticals and toothpastes. It is also used in creams and pastes to properly disperse the ingredients and as research tool in protein biochemistry. SLS also has some microbicidal activity.

Molecular Formula

NaSO4C12H25

Molecular Weight

288.38

Appearance

white to pale yellow paste or liquid with a mild odor

Melting Point

205.5℃

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