Sodium isopropylbenzenesulfonate
What is Sodium isopropylbenzenesulfonate?
Sodium isopropylbenzenesulfonate (CAS 28348-53-0), commercially known as sodium cumene sulfonate, is an aromatic sulfonate salt used primarily as a hydrotrope and coupling agent in liquid formulations.
Where is Sodium isopropylbenzenesulfonate used?
- Household and industrial cleaners: enables concentrated, water-clear detergents by keeping surfactant blends homogeneous at elevated active levels
- Textile and leather processing: improves dye bath stability and even distribution of processing agents on fiber substrates
- Coatings and adhesives: dispersing aid that maintains emulsion stability during manufacture and storage
- Personal care: viscosity modifier and solubilizer for fragrance and active ingredients in liquid soaps and shampoos
- It improves the solubility and stability of surfactant systems, allowing higher-active, clear liquid products without phase separation.
Commercial specifications
- Aqueous solution, typically 40% active concentration
- Dry powder or granule form for low moisture content
Other Names (Synonyms)
(1-Methylethyl)benzenesulfonic acid sodium salt|Benzenesulfonic acid, (1-methylethyl)-, sodium salt (1:1)|ar-Cumenesulfonic acid, sodium salt|Benzenesulfonic acid, (1-methylethyl)-, sodium salt|Sodium cumenesulfonate