Sodium C12-16 alkyl sulfate

Sodium C12-16 alkyl sulfate (CAS 73296-89-6) is an anionic surfactant derived from a blend of C12 to C16 fatty alcohols, covering the chain-length range of both sodium lauryl sulfate and sodium cetyl sulfate.

Where is Sodium C12-16 alkyl sulfate used?

• Personal care: primary surfactant in shampoos, body washes, and liquid hand soaps
• Home care: hard surface cleaners, dishwashing liquids, and laundry detergents
• Textile processing: scouring and wetting agent that strips natural oils and sizing agents from fiber before dyeing
• Paper manufacturing: pulp dispersion and surface treatment
• It generates dense foam while removing oils and soils from skin and hair.

Commercial specifications

• Active matter concentrations typically 28–30%
• Bulk supply standard, intermediate packaging available