Disodium sulfoacetate

Disodium sulfoacetate (CAS 5462-60-2), also known as sulfoacetic acid disodium salt, is an anionic surfactant salt.

Where is Disodium sulfoacetate used?

• Personal care: mild surfactant and co-emulsifier in shampoos, body washes and facial cleansers
• Home care and industrial cleaning: degreasing booster and soil dispersant on hard surfaces
• Textile and leather processing: wetting agent
• Paper manufacturing: dispersant for pulp processing and coating formulations
• It functions as a surface-active agent, emulsifier and dispersant.

Good to know: Technical-grade and specialty-grade material are available; grade choice depends on industrial processing versus personal care use. Buyers should confirm compliance with regional cosmetic ingredient regulations and request appropriate documentation.

Commercial specifications

• Concentration levels vary by manufacturer and intended application