Sodium coco sulfate

Sodium coco sulfate (CAS 97375-27-4), abbreviated SCS, is an anionic surfactant derived from coconut oil fatty alcohols.

Where is Sodium coco sulfate used?

• Personal care: primary surfactant in solid shampoo bars, syndet bars and cleansing tablets
• Home care: degreasing agent in dishwashing powders, laundry bars and concentrated cleaning tablets
• Textile processing: scouring baths that strip natural oils and processing residues from raw fibers before dyeing
• Paper and leather processing: degreasing and wetting steps
• It functions as a primary cleansing and foaming agent.

Good to know: Its solid physical form offers a formulation advantage over liquid alternatives. Cosmetic-grade material meets specific purity requirements for personal care applications.

Commercial specifications

• Active matter content typically specified at 92–96%