Sodium cetearyl sulfate

Sodium cetearyl sulfate (CAS 59186-41-3) is an anionic surfactant derived from a blend of cetyl and stearyl alcohols, as the sodium salt of mixed sulfate esters.

Where is Sodium cetearyl sulfate used?

• Personal care: emulsifier and cleansing agent in creams, lotions and hair conditioners, stabilising oil-in-water systems
• Pharmaceuticals: emulsifying excipient in topical creams and ointments
• Shampoos and body washes: foam generation and surface wetting alongside primary surfactants
• Industrial cleaning: degreasing and wetting on hard surfaces
• It stabilises oil-in-water emulsions and supports consistent droplet size in topical preparations.

Good to know: Pharmaceutical grade typically meets BP or Ph. Eur. specifications for purity and safety.

Commercial specifications

• Bulk quantities in bags or drums