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Sulfochem™ ES-2PSB surfactant

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Sulfochem™ ES-2PSB surfactant is a naturally-derived primary cleansing surfactant that is low in 1,4-dioxane. It is known for its excellent flash foaming properties and is commonly used in clear or pearlescent shampoos, cleansers, and bath and shower products where a high volume of foam is desired. This surfactant is bio-based and compatible with a wide range of other surfactants, enhancing its versatility in formulation development.

INCI Name: Sodium Laureth Sulfate

Functions: Cleansing Agent, Foam Booster, Surfactant, Surfactant (Anionic)

Labeling Claims: 1,4-Dioxane-free, Bio-based, Naturally Derived, Peroxide-free, Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty

Certifications & Compliance: CFDA Compliant (China)

Technical Data Sheet

Knowde Enhanced TDS

Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family
CAS No.
68891-38-3
EC No.
500-234-8

Features & Benefits

Features and Benefits
  • 1,4-Dioxane levels of 14 ppm maximum
  • Bio-based surfactant
  • Compatible with a wide range of surfactants
  • Excellent detergency and viscosity
  • Exceptionally low color for greater clarity
  • Formulates easily with various betaines, sulfosuccinates, amides, and amine oxides to develop personal care cleansing products with high viscosities and excellent foaming characteristics
  • High vegetable content
  • Low odor and low color profile making it a perfect choice for high-end cleansing products
  • Peroxide-free, enabling greater stability in final formulation esthetics
  • Versatile primary surfactant for formulation flexibility
Compass Benefits

Nature-Based Content
Naturally Derived: RCI > 0.50

Applications & Uses

Application Format
Bath & Shower Applications
Hair Care Applications
Personal Hygiene Applications

Properties

Physical Form
Odor
Slight
Appearance
Colorless
Specifications
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Actives (Anionic)27 - 28%
Brookfield Viscosity (at 25°C)5000 - 8000cP
Colormax. 70APHA
Dioxanemax. 14ppm
Peroxide (Qualitative)Negative
pH (at 10%)5 - 6
Sodium Chloride0.75 - 1.05%
Sodium Sulfatemax. 0.6%
Sulfite (Qualitative)Pass
Unsulfatedmax. 1.5%

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance
Third Party Certified

China compliant

Packaging & Availability

Storage & Handling

Recommended Retest Period

Recommended retest period is 730 days from the date of manufacture.

Storage and Handling

Store in closed containers above 45°F (7°C) and below 110°F (43°C), otherwise this material may stratify. If this occurs, the product may be gently warmed with strong agitation to reconstitute the material. If this occurs, the product will need to be mixed before using. Consult the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for additional pertinent information.