Description

Lithium Tetradecyl Sulphate is an anionic surfactant belonging to the alkyl sulfate family. This compound is valued for its excellent surface-active properties, including wetting, foaming, and emulsifying capabilities. It serves as a critical component in the formulation of industrial and institutional cleaning products, personal care items, and specialized chemical processes. Its lithium salt form offers specific solubility and compatibility advantages in various solvent systems.

Application

• Industrial & Institutional (I&I) Cleaners: A key surfactant in heavy-duty detergents, degreasers, and floor cleaners for its powerful cleaning and foaming action.
• Personal Care Formulations: Used in shampoos, body washes, and bubble baths as a primary foaming and cleansing agent.
• Textile Processing: Functions as a wetting agent and emulsifier in scouring, dyeing, and finishing operations.
• Emulsion Polymerization: Acts as an emulsifier and stabilizer in the production of synthetic latexes, such as styrene-butadiene rubber (SBR) and acrylics.
• Agricultural Adjuvants: Incorporated into pesticide and herbicide formulations to enhance spreading and adhesion on plant surfaces.
• Metal Working Fluids: Serves as an emulsifier and corrosion inhibitor in coolants and cutting oils.
• Research & Development: Employed as a standard or reagent in chemical research, particularly in surface chemistry studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	Lithium Tetradecyl Sulphate
CAS No.	52886-14-3
Molecular Formula	C14H29LiO4S
Molecular Weight	300.39 g/mol
Synonyms	Lithium Myristyl Sulfate; Tetradecyl Lithium Sulfate; Lithium Salt of Tetradecyl Sulfuric Acid; Sulfuric Acid, Monotetradecyl Ester, Lithium Salt; Myristyl Alcohol, Hydrogen Sulfate, Lithium Salt; n-Tetradecyl Lithium Sulfate; LiC14H29SO4; CAS 52886-14-3
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Quality Control

Our Lithium Tetradecyl Sulphate is manufactured under a stringent quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure consistency, purity, and performance. We provide detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) that document key parameters such as assay, moisture content, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring reliable and traceable raw materials.

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); containers must be kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which can affect product quality and performance.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Titration)	≥ 95.0 %
Loss on Drying	≤ 5.0 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets requirement
pH (5% Solution)	6.0 - 9.0

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