Sodium Lauryl Sulfate

Appearance

White needles

Function

Is an anionic surfactant, usually a mixture of sodium alkyl sulfates, mainly the lauryl; lowers surface tension of aqueous solutions. It is used as a fat emulsifier, wetting agent, detergent in cosmetics, pharmaceuticals and toothpastes.

Synonyms

Sodium Lauryl Sulfate; Unipon VHC N; Texapon VHC Needles; Sulfuric acid monododecyl ester, sodium salt; SLS; Sodium Dodecyl Sulfate

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed container.

Packages

33 lb. Bag
1 lb. Bulk

Industry

Cosmetics

Product Class

Surfactants-alkyl sulfates

Other

Origin: Vegetable/Synthetic
Shelf life: 5 years from mfg. date
Freight Classification: NON REGULATED CHEMICALS NOI CLASS 55
Kosher Status: Not Kosher
Flash Point: N/A
Melting Point: 204 - 207 øC
API: NO
Allergen: NO
Hazmat: YES
Molecular Weight: 288.38 g/mol