Description

1-Tridecanesulfonic Acid Sodium Salt is a high-purity, long-chain alkyl sulfonate surfactant. This compound is valued for its excellent surface-active properties, stability, and role as a key intermediate in specialty chemical synthesis. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the detergent, textile, and personal care industries, as well as in advanced material science and research applications.

Application

• Surfactant & Detergent Formulation: Acts as a key anionic surfactant in industrial and institutional cleaning products, offering good wetting and emulsifying properties.
• Textile Processing: Used as a wetting agent, leveling agent, and detergent in dyeing and finishing processes for synthetic and natural fibers.
• Personal Care Products: Serves as a mild foaming and cleansing agent in specialized cosmetic and toiletry formulations.
• Chemical Synthesis Intermediate: Employed in organic synthesis for the production of other sulfonate derivatives and specialty chemicals.
• Emulsion Polymerization: Functions as an emulsifier and stabilizer in the production of synthetic latexes and polymers.
• Research & Development: Used as a standard or reagent in analytical chemistry and material science research.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Tridecanesulfonic Acid Sodium Salt
CAS No.	5802-89-1
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₂₇NaO₃S
Molecular Weight	286.41 g/mol
Synonyms	Sodium Tridecanesulfonate; Sodium 1-Tridecanesulfonate; Tridecanesulfonic Acid Sodium Salt; Sodium n-Tridecanesulfonate; n-Tridecanesulfonic Acid Sodium Salt; Sodium Alkane (C13) Sulfonate; Alkane Sulfonate C13 Sodium Salt; Sodium Alkyl (C13) Sulfonate
EINECS	227-350-5

Quality Control

Our 1-Tridecanesulfonic Acid Sodium Salt is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure high purity, consistent composition, and reliable performance. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting key parameters such as assay, moisture content, and identity confirmation.

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); containers must be kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystals
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
pH (5% Solution)	6.0 - 9.0
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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