Sodium xylenesulfonate

Sodium xylenesulfonate (CAS 1300-72-7), commercially known as SXS or Naxonate, is an anionic hydrotrope.

Where is Sodium xylenesulfonate used?

• Liquid detergents and hard-surface cleaners: boosts loading of anionic and nonionic surfactants for concentrated, stable products
• Personal care: improves clarity and flowability of high-surfactant shampoos and body washes
• Textile and leather processing: coupling agent and dispersant for uniform dye penetration and bath stability
• Agricultural formulations: disperses active ingredients in liquid concentrates for homogeneity and shelf stability
• It increases the solubility of other surfactants and active ingredients in aqueous systems, allowing higher active concentrations without phase separation or viscosity problems.

Commercial specifications

• Aqueous solution at 40% and 45% active concentrations
• Dry powder or granule form for low moisture content
• Technical and industrial grades; some specifications aligned with detergent-industry requirements
• Bulk liquid supply in IBC containers