Description

Sodium Cumene Sulfonate is a versatile anionic surfactant and hydrotrope widely used in industrial formulations. Its primary value lies in its exceptional ability to enhance the solubility and stability of other ingredients in concentrated aqueous systems, preventing cloudiness or separation. This makes it a critical component for manufacturers in the detergent, agrochemical, and personal care industries seeking to improve product performance and shelf life. The compound is commercially supplied as a high-purity, free-flowing powder or solution to meet diverse application needs.

Application

• Detergent & Cleaner Formulations: Acts as a hydrotrope and coupling agent in liquid detergents, dishwashing liquids, and hard surface cleaners to maintain clarity and stability at high active matter concentrations.
• Agrochemicals: Used as a solubilizer and stabilizer in pesticide and herbicide formulations, improving the dissolution of active ingredients and the overall stability of the concentrate.
• Personal Care Products: Employed in shampoos, body washes, and other cosmetic products to enhance viscosity, foam characteristics, and the solubility of fragrances or essential oils.
• Textile & Leather Processing: Serves as a wetting agent, dispersant, and leveling agent in dye baths and other chemical processing baths.
• Industrial & Institutional (I&I) Cleaners: A key ingredient in high-performance industrial degreasers and floor cleaners where stability in harsh chemical environments is required.
• Enhanced Oil Recovery (EOR): Can be utilized in chemical flooding formulations to alter interfacial tension and improve oil displacement.

Basic Information

Product Name	Sodium Cumene Sulfonate
CAS No.	71407-44-8
Molecular Formula	C9H11NaO3S
Molecular Weight	222.24 g/mol
Synonyms	Sodium Isopropylbenzenesulfonate; Cumenesulfonic Acid Sodium Salt; Sodium (Isopropyl)benzenesulfonate; Benzenesulfonic acid, (1-methylethyl)-, sodium salt; SCS; Sodium p-Isopropylbenzenesulfonate; Hydrotrope SC
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Quality Control

Our Sodium Cumene Sulfonate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for purity, active matter content, and physical properties. Certificates of Analysis (COA) are provided with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, moisture content, and pH. We are committed to supplying material that delivers consistent performance for your critical formulations.

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 initial use to prevent caking or degradation due to moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or flakes
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Active Matter)	≥ 95.0 %
Moisture Content	≤ 2.0 %
pH (10% Solution)	7.0 - 9.5
Sodium Sulfate	≤ 1.5 %

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