Description

2-Sulphoethyl Laurate is a specialized anionic surfactant derived from lauric acid. This compound is valued for its excellent emulsifying, wetting, and dispersing properties, making it a versatile functional ingredient. It is primarily utilized in the formulation of industrial and institutional cleaning products, textile processing aids, and personal care applications where mildness and performance are required.

Application

• Industrial & Institutional (I&I) Cleaners: Acts as a primary surfactant and emulsifier in heavy-duty degreasers, floor cleaners, and detergent formulations.
• Textile Processing: Used as a wetting agent, lubricant, and emulsifier in fiber processing, dyeing, and finishing operations.
• Personal Care: Serves as a mild surfactant and emulsifier in skin cleansers, shampoos, and other rinse-off products.
• Metal Working Fluids: Functions as an emulsifier and corrosion inhibitor in soluble oils and synthetic coolants.
• Agricultural Adjuvants: Enhances the spreading and adhesion of pesticides and herbicides on plant surfaces.
• Leather Processing: Employed as a fatliquoring agent and emulsifier in leather tanning and finishing.
• Paint & Coatings: Aids in pigment dispersion and stabilization in water-based coating systems.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Sulphoethyl Laurate
CAS No.	56022-49-2
Molecular Formula	C14H28O5S
Molecular Weight	308.44 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 2-Sulfolaurate; Lauric Acid 2-Sulfoethyl Ester; 2-Sulfoethyl Dodecanoate; Dodecanoic Acid, 2-Sulfoethyl Ester; Sodium 2-Sulfoethyl Laurate (salt form); SEL; Sulfolauric Acid Ethyl Ester
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Quality Control

Our 2-Sulphoethyl Laurate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure consistent purity, composition, and performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting key parameters such as assay, moisture content, and impurity profile 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, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); the container must be kept tightly sealed after each use to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which can affect product quality.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or paste
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Titration)	≥ 95.0 %
Water Content	≤ 2.0 %
pH (10% solution)	6.0 - 8.0
Sulfate (as SO4)	≤ 1.0 %

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