Sodium Lauryl Sulphate

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Product Details:

Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLS) is a widely used surfactant and cleansing agent found in a variety of personal care, household, and industrial products. It is a detergent and emulsifier that helps products like shampoos, soaps, toothpaste, and cleaning agents to foam and spread effectively.

Key Features of Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLS):

1. Chemical Composition: Sodium lauryl sulfate is an anionic surfactant composed of a 12-carbon chain (lauryl group) attached to a sulfate group (SO₄) and a sodium ion (Na+).

2. Appearance: It appears as a white, waxy solid or a clear, viscous liquid in its concentrated form. In its powder form, it is a white, crystalline substance.

3. Solubility: SLS is highly soluble in water and has excellent wetting and foaming properties. It is effective in low concentrations and helps to break down the surface tension of liquids.