Description

Ammonium Octyl Sulphate is an anionic surfactant derived from octyl alcohol and sulfamic acid, neutralized with ammonia. This compound is valued for its excellent wetting, emulsifying, and dispersing properties in aqueous systems. It serves as a key ingredient for formulators in the personal care, textile, and industrial cleaning sectors, where mildness and performance are required.

Application

• Personal Care & Cosmetics: Acts as a primary or secondary surfactant in mild shampoos, body washes, facial cleansers, and bubble baths due to its good foaming and skin compatibility.
• Textile Processing: Used as a wetting agent, penetrant, and leveling agent in dyeing and finishing processes to ensure uniform color application.
• Industrial & Institutional (I&I) Cleaners: An effective component in liquid soaps, hard surface cleaners, and degreasers for its emulsifying power on oils and fats.
• Agricultural Formulations: Employed as an adjuvant in pesticide and herbicide sprays to enhance droplet spread and adhesion on plant surfaces.
• Emulsion Polymerization: Functions as an emulsifier and stabilizer in the production of synthetic latexes, such as acrylics and styrene-butadiene rubber (SBR).
• Leather Processing: Aids in the wetting and soaking of hides, improving the penetration of tanning agents and dyes.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ammonium Octyl Sulphate
CAS No.	67633-88-9
Molecular Formula	C8H17O4S·NH3 or C8H21NO4S
Molecular Weight	251.32 g/mol (approx.)
Synonyms	Ammonium Octyl Sulfate; Octyl Ammonium Sulfate; Sulfuric Acid, Monoocyl Ester, Ammonium Salt; Ammonium n-Octyl Sulfate; Caprylyl Ammonium Sulfate; 1-Octanol, Hydrogen Sulfate, Ammonium Salt; Ammonium Caprylyl Sulfate; AS-8 (trade name)
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Quality Control

Our Ammonium Octyl Sulphate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure consistent purity, performance, and compliance with relevant industry specifications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting key parameters such as assay, moisture content, and pH is available for every shipment upon request.

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 after opening to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which can lead to caking or performance degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear to pale yellow viscous liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Active Matter)	Min. 35% (or as per grade)
pH (10% Solution)	6.0 - 8.0
Water Content	Max. 1.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	Max. 10 ppm

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