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Sodium dodecyl sulfate

Chemical identity, technical indicators, performance and application reference. Confirm specifications and regulatory suitability against supplier documentation.

Molecular structure for Sodium dodecyl sulfate

Chemical identity

English nameSodium dodecyl sulfate
English synonymsSDS;Sodium lauryl sulfate;SLS
Chinese name十二烷基硫酸钠
Chinese synonymsSDS;K12;月桂基硫酸钠
Chemical categorySurfactants
CAS No.151-21-3
EINECS No.205-788-1
Molecular formulaC12H25NaO4S
Molecular weight288.38
PubChem structure images are reference depictions, not proof of composition, purity, grade, or regulatory status. Mixtures and polymers may not have a single representative structure.

Technical indicators

Assay ≥92.0%; water ≤3.0%; sodium chloride ≤1.0%; free alcohol ≤1.0%; pH (1% aqueous solution) 7.0–9.5

Performance characteristics

White to pale yellow powder, anionic surfactant, excellent foaming and emulsifying properties

Application scenarios

Detergents, toothpaste, cosmetics, textile auxiliary, industrial cleaning, laboratory reagent