Description

1-Pentadecanesulfonic 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, personal care, and industrial surfactant sectors who require consistent quality and reliable supply chains for their formulations.

Application

• As a key surfactant and wetting agent in industrial and institutional cleaning formulations.
• An intermediate in the synthesis of specialized anionic surfactants for personal care products.
• A component in emulsion polymerization processes for plastics and rubber manufacturing.
• Used in textile processing as a leveling and scouring agent.
• Employed in research and development as a standard or reagent in analytical chemistry.
• A potential additive in enhanced oil recovery (EOR) formulations.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Pentadecanesulfonic Acid Sodium Salt
CAS No.	5896-54-8
Molecular Formula	C15H31NaO3S
Molecular Weight	314.46 g/mol
Synonyms	Sodium 1-Pentadecanesulfonate; Sodium Pentadecyl Sulfonate; Pentadecanesulfonic Acid Sodium Salt; Sodium n-Pentadecanesulfonate; Pentadecylsulfonic Acid Sodium Salt; C15 Sulfonate; 1-Pentadecanesulfonate Sodium Salt
EINECS	227-576-8

Quality Control

Our 1-Pentadecanesulfonic Acid Sodium Salt is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for purity, identity, and performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting these results are available for review and provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption, which can affect product quality and handling properties.

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%
Residue on Ignition (Sulfated Ash)	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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