Description

Ammonium Sulfobetaine-3, 5% Solution In Water is a high-purity, aqueous solution of a zwitterionic surfactant. This product is valued for its excellent solubility, stability, and mildness, making it a versatile ingredient in demanding formulations. It is primarily sought by manufacturers in the personal care, home care, and industrial cleaning sectors for its superior performance as a foam booster, viscosity modifier, and conditioning agent.

Application

• Personal Care Formulations: Acts as a primary or secondary surfactant and foam stabilizer in mild shampoos, body washes, facial cleansers, and baby care products.
• Home Care Products: Used in premium liquid dishwashing detergents, hard surface cleaners, and all-purpose cleaners for enhanced grease-cutting and foam properties.
• Industrial & Institutional (I&I) Cleaning: Employed in formulations for vehicle wash systems, food processing plant cleaners, and dairy detergents where high foam and compatibility with other ingredients are critical.
• Textile & Leather Processing: Functions as a wetting agent, leveling agent, and softener in dyeing baths and finishing applications.
• Oilfield Chemicals: Can be utilized as a component in drilling muds and completion fluids for its surfactant properties.
• Agricultural Adjuvants: Serves as a surfactant in pesticide and herbicide formulations to improve spreading and adhesion on plant surfaces.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ammonium Sulfobetaine-3, 5% Solution In Water
CAS No.	103683-20-1
Molecular Formula	C9H21N2O4S
Molecular Weight	253.34 g/mol
Synonyms	Ammonium Sulfobetaine-3; 3-(Dodecyldimethylammonio)propanesulfonate inner salt; Lauryl sulfobetaine; Dodecyldimethylammonio-3-propanesulfonate; Alkyl dimethyl betaine; ASB-3; CAS 103683-20-1; N-Dodecyl-N,N-dimethyl-3-ammonio-1-propanesulfonate
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Quality Control

Our Ammonium Sulfobetaine-3, 5% Solution is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure consistent purity, concentration, and performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting key parameters are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Avoid freezing and prolonged exposure to extreme heat. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Active Content)	4.75 - 5.25 %
pH (5% Solution)	6.0 - 8.0
Water Content	94.75 - 95.25 %
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1 %

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