What is Sodium dodecyl sulfate CAS 151-21-3?
Sodium dodecyl sulfate CAS 151-21-3 is a synthetic anionic detergent/surfactant widely formulated into cleansing, foaming, and dispersing products due to its strong surface-active performance and compatibility with aqueous systems.
Specifications
| Item |
Value |
| Appearance |
White to pale yellow Powder or Crystals |
| Melting Point |
204-207 °C (lit.) |
| Density |
1.03 g/mL at 20 °C |
| pH |
6-9 (10g/l, H2O, 20℃) |
| Fp |
>100°C |
| Storage Condition |
2-8°C |
Features
- Detergent Base: Serves as a core surfactant ingredient in detergent formulations for cleaning and soil removal.
- Foam Enhancer: Provides abundant and stable foam in liquid and solid wash products.
- Emulsifier Standard: Used to help blend immiscible phases (e.g., oil/water) in formulations.
- Analytical Reagent: Employed as a molecular biology surfactant, notably in protein and nucleic acid workflows.
Applications
- Personal Care Products: Used in shampoos, body washes, and toothpaste for cleansing and foaming action.
- Household Cleaners: Formulated into laundry detergents, dishwashing liquids, and surface cleaning products.
- Textile & Leather: Acts as a wetting and dispersing agent in textile treatment and leather processing.
- Laboratory Uses: Key reagent for SDS-PAGE (protein electrophoresis) and nucleic acid extraction protocols.
Packaging
Mikem offers flexible packaging options, including 25 kg of fiber drums for liquid products and 15–25 kg PP/PE bags for powder products, all customizable to meet your specific needs.