Docusate

Docusate (CAS 10041-19-7), also known as dioctyl sodium sulfosuccinate (DOSS), is an anionic surfactant.

Where is Docusate used?

• Pharmaceuticals: stool softener excipient and solubilizing agent in oral and topical drug formulations
• Personal care: shampoos, conditioners and skin cleansers, improving ingredient dispersion and product texture
• Industrial and institutional cleaning: boosts wetting of active agents
• Paper and leather processing: dispersant improving dye uptake and surface treatment uniformity
• It lowers surface tension to improve penetration and spreadability of formulations.

Good to know: Sodium, calcium, and potassium salts are the most common counterion forms.

Commercial specifications

• Packaging from drums to IBC containers