Sodium Lauryl Ether Sulfate
Known in the market as “Texapon”
A cleaning agent that makes foam and removes grease. It is the base of shampoo, liquid soap and dishwashing liquid, and it is gentle on skin compared with harsher cleaners, which is why it is preferred in personal care products.
- Concentration
- 70%
- Origin
- China
- Form
- Viscous paste
What is it?
SLES is a “surfactant”: it helps water hold on to grease and dirt and wash it away, and it forms thick, stable foam.
It comes at 70% concentration, meaning every 100 kilograms contain about 70 kilograms of active matter, and the rest is water. Because it is concentrated, it is not used as it is. It is diluted and mixed with other ingredients according to the product being made.
Where is it used?
- Shampoo and shower gelThe main source of foam and cleaning.
- Liquid hand soapGentle cleaning that doesn't dry the skin quickly.
- Dishwashing liquidOften with LABSA for more foam.
- Liquid laundry detergentsFor hand and machine washing.
- Car and floor cleanersCar shampoo and surface cleaners.
Typical specifications
| Appearance | Viscous paste, white to pale yellow |
|---|---|
| Active matter | 70% ± 2 |
| pH (1% solution) | 7.0 – 9.5 |
| Sodium sulfate | 1.5% maximum |
| Unreacted matter | 3.5% maximum |
| CAS number | 68585-34-2 |
Approximate values that may vary slightly between shipments. Ask us for the specification sheet of the shipment in stock.
Storage and safety
- Store in closed barrels, away from sun, strong heat and freezing.
- It can irritate eyes and skin at its original concentration; use gloves and safety goggles.
- If it gets into the eyes, rinse with running water for several minutes.
Tip when diluting: add SLES to the water gradually while stirring, not the other way round, so that gel lumps that are hard to dissolve don't form.
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