Sodium coceth sulfate

Sodium coceth sulfate (CAS 68891-38-3) is an ethoxylated sulfate surfactant derived from coconut oil fatty alcohols.

Where is Sodium coceth sulfate used?

• Personal care: primary anionic surfactant for cleansing, foaming and emulsification in shampoos, body washes and liquid hand soaps
• Home care: dish detergents and hard-surface cleaners
• Textile processing: scouring and wetting agent that removes sizing agents, oils and contaminants
• Paper and leather processing: emulsification of treatment baths and penetration of auxiliary chemicals
• It generates stable, dense foam while solubilizing oils and sebum from hair and skin surfaces.

Good to know: Buyers should confirm ethoxylation degree and active content with suppliers, as these parameters affect formulation compatibility and regulatory documentation.

Commercial specifications

• Active concentrations typically 25–30%
• Cosmetic-grade material meets purity benchmarks for personal care manufacturing