Description

Sodium 1-(2-Ethylhexyl) 4-Hexyl 2-Sulphonatosuccinate is a high-performance anionic surfactant belonging to the sulfosuccinate ester class. Its unique branched-chain structure provides excellent wetting, emulsifying, and dispersing properties with enhanced stability and mildness. This chemical is essential for formulators seeking effective surface activity in demanding aqueous and non-aqueous systems. Key industries that utilize this specialty surfactant include agrochemicals, industrial cleaning, coatings, and personal care.

Application

• Agrochemical Formulations: Acts as a superior wetting and spreading agent in pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides, ensuring uniform coverage and penetration on plant surfaces.
• Industrial & Institutional (I&I) Cleaners: Used in heavy-duty degreasers, metal cleaners, and hard surface cleaners for its powerful emulsification of oils and fats.
• Coatings & Inks: Serves as a pigment dispersant and wetting agent in water-based paints, coatings, and printing inks to improve color development and stability.
• Personal Care & Cosmetics: Employed as a mild secondary surfactant in shampoos, body washes, and facial cleansers for its good foaming and skin compatibility.
• Textile Processing: Functions as a wetting agent and emulsifier in dyeing and finishing baths to promote even dye uptake and processing.
• Emulsion Polymerization: Used as an emulsifier in the production of synthetic latexes for adhesives, sealants, and rubber products.

Basic Information

Product Name	Sodium 1-(2-Ethylhexyl) 4-Hexyl 2-Sulphonatosuccinate
CAS No.	68133-68-6
Molecular Formula	C18H33NaO7S
Molecular Weight	416.50 g/mol
Synonyms	Sodium Dihexyl Sulfosuccinate; Sodium 1,4-Bis(2-ethylhexyl) Sulfosuccinate (mixed isomer); Dioctyl Sulfosuccinate, Sodium Salt (technical grade); DSS; DOSS; Aerosol-OT Analog; Sulfosuccinic Acid 1,4-Dihexyl Ester Sodium Salt; 2-Sulphonatosuccinic Acid 1-(2-Ethylhexyl) 4-Hexyl Ester Sodium Salt
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Quality Control

Our Sodium 1-(2-Ethylhexyl) 4-Hexyl 2-Sulphonatosuccinate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure consistent purity and performance. Key parameters such as active matter content, moisture, pH, and color are controlled against stringent internal specifications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting these results is provided with each shipment to guarantee compliance and traceability.

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). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and excessive heat. Under these conditions, the product has a typical shelf life of 24 months from the date of manufacture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear to pale yellow viscous liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Active Matter)	Min. 70%
pH (5% Solution)	5.0 - 7.0
Moisture (Karl Fischer)	Max. 3.0%
Color (Gardner)	Max. 4
Sodium Sulfate	Max. 2.0%

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