Description

1-Octadecanesulfonic Acid Sodium Salt is a high-purity, long-chain alkyl sulfonate surfactant and anionic detergent. This compound is valued for its excellent surface-active properties, stability, and compatibility in complex formulations. It serves as a critical intermediate and functional additive in the production of specialty chemicals, personal care products, and advanced materials. Industrial buyers in the chemical manufacturing, cosmetics, and textile processing sectors rely on this material for its consistent performance and quality.

Application

• Surfactant & Detergent Intermediate: A key raw material for synthesizing high-performance anionic surfactants used in industrial and institutional cleaners.
• Personal Care Formulations: Used as an emulsifier and cleansing agent in shampoos, body washes, and other cosmetic products.
• Textile Processing Aid: Functions as a wetting agent, dispersant, and leveling agent in dyeing and finishing processes.
• Emulsion Polymerization: Acts as an emulsifier in the production of synthetic rubbers, latexes, and polymer dispersions.
• Metalworking Fluids: Serves as a corrosion inhibitor and lubricity additive in cutting and grinding fluids.
• Research & Development: Employed as a standard or reagent in analytical chemistry and material science research.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Octadecanesulfonic Acid Sodium Salt
CAS No.	13893-34-0
Molecular Formula	C₁₈H₃₇NaO₃S
Molecular Weight	356.53 g/mol
Synonyms	Sodium Octadecanesulfonate; Sodium Stearylsulfonate; Octadecane-1-sulfonic Acid Sodium Salt; Stearyl Sulfonic Acid Sodium Salt; n-Octadecanesulfonic Acid Sodium Salt; C18 Sulfonate; Sodium C18 Alkyl Sulfonate; 1-Sulfonoctadecane Sodium Salt
EINECS	237-666-6

Quality Control

Our 1-Octadecanesulfonic Acid Sodium Salt is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets precise chemical and physical specifications. We provide a Certificate of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment ensures reliable performance and batch-to-batch consistency for your critical applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture. Store away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or flakes
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0 %
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0 %
Sulfate Ash	15.0 - 18.0 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
pH (5% Solution)	6.0 - 8.0

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.