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Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLS)

Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLS)

CAS Number: 151-21-3

Molecular Formula: C₁₂H₂₅NaO₄S

Anionic surfactant (non-ethoxylated)Foaming & Wetting AgentSurfactants & Foaming AgentNaSO4C12H25C12H25O4S.NaREACH,FDA,INCI RegisteredISO 9001 Plant SLS 30Wide pH rangeEnd use functional additive(SLS 30)

About Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLS)

(SLS 30) Sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS) is an anionic surfactant universally used for its detergent, foaming, and emulsifying properties. Supplied as a white powder, flakes, or aqueous solution, it is a versatile additive in shampoos, body washes, soaps, toothpaste, and household cleaners, where it creates strong foam and...

Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLS) Specifications

CAS Number
151-21-3
Molecular Formula
C₁₂H₂₅NaO₄S
Molecular Weight
288.38 g/mol
IUPAC Name
Sodium dodecyl sulfate
Canonical SMILES
CCCCCCCCCCCCOS(=O)(=O)[O-].[Na+]
InChI Key
DBMJMQXJHONAFJ-UHFFFAOYSA-M
EINECS Number
205-788-1
MDL Number
MFCD00036135
UNSPSC Code
53131608
eClass
34029090
HSN No
3402.11.00
Molecular Weight
288.38 g/mol
Appearance
White or pale-yellow powder or crystals
Assay
>=90.00%w/w
pH (1% solution)
7.50 - 9.50
Surface Tension
Excellent wetting and foaming agent
GHS Classification
Category 2A, Category 2
Hazard Statements code
H319, H315
Precautionary Statements code
P280, P305+P351+P338, P264

Shampoos & Conditioners

Enhances lather and cleanses scalp oils

Toothpastes

Effective foaming and dispersing agent

Liquid Soaps & Body Washes

Provides rich lather and deep cleansing

Cleansing Lotions & Facial Washer

Usage in low-irritant cosmetic formulas

Pharmaceutical Cleaners

Usage for emulsifying and detergent-based disinfectants

Industrial preferences

Wetting agent and emulsifier in textiles, coatings, and leather processing

Storage Temp

15–30°C (59–86°F)

Packaging

HDPE drums (50L/200L), IBCs

Stacking

Max 2 drums high

Transport

Palletized, stretch-wrapped

COA
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Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLS) FAQs

Minimum Order Quantity

25 kg (evaluation) · 1 MT (commercial)

Lead Time

3 – 5 weeks estimated

Delivery Terms

FOB*

Packaging

20 L pails, 200 L HDPE drums, 1000 L IBC

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US SDS · COA · TDS · Specification sheet

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California Prop 65*

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