Disodium laureth-3 sulfosuccinate

Disodium laureth-3 sulfosuccinate (CAS 68815-56-5), also known as Disodium C12-14 pareth-3 sulfosuccinate, is an ethoxylated anionic surfactant used as a primary or co-surfactant in cleansing formulations.

Where is Disodium laureth-3 sulfosuccinate used?

• Personal care: active cleansing agent in shampoos
• Body washes and facial cleansers: foam and soil removal with reduced irritation potential versus standard sulfate systems
• Baby care and sensitive-skin lines: low-irritancy benchmarks without sacrificing lather
• Home care: surfactant blend in dish soaps and hard-surface cleaners
• Industrial cleaning: co-surfactant that improves dispersion of oily residues in aqueous systems
• It aids emulsification of greasy soils and supports stable foam profiles.

Good to know: Its mildness relative to conventional sulfates makes it suitable where skin and eye compatibility are formulation requirements.

Commercial specifications

• Aqueous solution, typically 35–40% active matter
• Drum and IBC packaging for bulk procurement