Description

Sodium 2-Ethylhexanesulphonate is a versatile anionic surfactant and wetting agent. This compound is valued for its excellent surface activity, stability, and solubility in aqueous systems, making it a critical component in formulations requiring controlled wetting and emulsification. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the agrochemical, textile, and personal care industries for its reliable performance.

Application

• Agrochemical Formulations: Acts as a key wetting agent, dispersant, and penetrant in pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides to enhance coverage and efficacy.
• Textile Processing: Used as a leveling agent, wetting agent, and detergent in dyeing and finishing processes to ensure uniform color application.
• Personal Care & Detergents: Serves as a foaming agent and surfactant in shampoos, body washes, and industrial cleaning products.
• Emulsion Polymerization: Functions as an emulsifier and stabilizer in the production of synthetic rubbers, latex, and various polymer dispersions.
• Oilfield Chemicals: Employed in drilling mud formulations and enhanced oil recovery processes as a surfactant.
• Industrial Cleaners: An effective component in metal cleaning and degreasing formulations due to its strong wetting and emulsifying properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Sodium 2-Ethylhexanesulphonate
CAS No.	40762-43-4
Molecular Formula	C8H17NaO3S
Molecular Weight	216.28 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Ethylhexyl Sodium Sulfonate; Sodium 2-Ethylhexyl Sulfonate; 2-Ethyl-1-hexanesulfonic Acid Sodium Salt; Sodium Isooctyl Sulfonate; 1-Hexanesulfonic Acid, 2-ethyl-, Sodium Salt; Ethylhexanesulfonate Sodium Salt; Sulfonate A; Wetting Agent EHSA
EINECS	255-062-3

Quality Control

Our Sodium 2-Ethylhexanesulphonate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets precise chemical and physical specifications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee consistency and compliance with your formulation requirements.

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 product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture which may affect quality.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or flakes
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (by Titration)	≥ 98.0 %
pH (5% Solution)	6.0 - 8.5
Water Content	≤ 2.0 %
Sulfate (as SO4)	≤ 0.5 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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