Alkopon

Anionic tensoative. SLES are used in the formulation for mild cleansing & baby products due to their low skin irritation. They are excellent foamer regardless of water hardness. They are used in shampoos, bath products and hand soaps offering excellent viscosity response, foam properties and skin compatibility. In general, foaming, mildness, salt tolerance and water solubility increase with increasing moles of ethylene oxide.

Synonyms
Alkopon C, Alkopon CN, SLES, Sodium Laureth (n = 2) Sulfate, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Sodium Lauryl Ether Sulfate
Chemical Formula
CH3(CH2)10CH2(OCH2CH2)nOSO3Na
CAS Number
68891-38-3

Characteristics

Molar Weight
288 g/mol
Melting Point
4.4°C
Boiling Point
> 100 °C.
Flash Point
93.3°C
Density
0.982 g/cc
Forms
Liquid, Viscous, Yellow

Uses and Applications

Key applications

  • Hair care
  • Cleaning products
  • Shampoo
  • Skin care products
  • Household industrial
  • Personal care
  • Cosmetic products
  • Beauty products
  • Emulsifying agent

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