STEPANOL® WA-EXTRA

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STEPANOL® WA-EXTRA is an anionic surfactant notable for its excellent foaming and viscosity characteristics. It's utilized in personal care and detergent formulations, spanning shampoo, hand soap, bath products, light-duty liquids, and fine fabric wash. It's also employed as a textile scouring and foaming additive in industrial contexts.

INCI Name: Sodium Lauryl Sulfate

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

Product Type: Cleaner

Ingredient Origin: Natural Origin, Non-Animal Origin, Plant Origin

Synonyms: Akyposal SDS, NaDS, Natrium Laurylsulfuricum, SDS, SLS, Sodium Dodecanesulfate, Sodium Dodecyl Sulfate, Sodium Laurilsulfate, Sulfuric Acid Monododecyl Ester Sodium Salt

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Identification & Functionality

Product Type
Cleaning Ingredients Functions
Cosmetic Ingredients Functions
CAS No.
151-21-3
EC No.
205-788-1
Chemical Structure

CH3 (CH2)10 CH2 OSO3 Na

Features & Benefits

Biodegradability

Product is readily biodegradable.

Applications & Uses

Application Area
Application Format
Bath & Shower Applications
Hair Care Applications
Industrial Additives End Use
Personal Hygiene Applications
Skin Care Applications
Applications

STEPANOL WA-EXTRA can be used in a wide variety of personal care and detergent applications in which copious amounts of foam and excellent viscosity building properties are desired. Because of its high purity, STEPANOL WA-EXTRA can be used for formulations that are sensitive to levels of inorganic salts and free oil. It can be incorporated into shampoos, handsoaps, bath products, shaving creams and medicated ointments. STEPANOL WA-EXTRA can also be used in rug shampoos, light duty liquid detergents and fine fabric wash.

Properties

Physical Form
Appearance
Clear liquid (at 25°C)
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Boiling Pointmin. 100°C
Actives Content (MW 302)28.95%
Cloud Point10°C
Unsulfated Material0.25%
Density1.04g/ml
Sodium Sulfate Content0.1%
pH (10% in aqueous solution)8.03
Color (Transmittance at 420 nm)94%
Viscosity (at 25°C)27cPs
Pour Point13°C
Viscosity (at 60 °C)7cPs
Sodium Chloride Content0.01%
Flash Pointmin. 94°CPMCC Flash Point Tester
Freeze Point8°C
Regulated Volatile Organic Chemicals0%U.S. EPA

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance
Clearances

All components of STEPANOL WA-EXTRA are listed in the following countries; the registration numbers for the active ingredients are included in parentheses: Europe (EINECS 205-788-1), Japan (ENCS 2-1679), Canada (DSL 151-21-3), Australia (AICS 151-21-3), United States (TSCA 151-21-5), Philippines (PICCS 151-21-3), Korea (ECL Serial No. KE-21884), China (IECSC 151-21-3) and New Zealand (NZIoC 151-21-3).

Safety & Health

Health Effects

STEPANOL WA-EXTRA is slightly toxic orally (LD₅₀ is between 0.8 to 1.1 g/kg) and causes moderate to severe skin and eye irritation at 10% active.

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type
Standard Packaging

STEPANOL WA-EXTRA is available in bulk and 55 gallon drums (net weight 450 lb/204 kg).

Storage & Handling

Storage & Handling
  • Normal safety precautions (i.e., gloves and safety goggles) should be employed when handling STEPANOL WA-EXTRA. Contact with the eyes and prolonged contact with the skin should be avoided. Wash thoroughly after handling material.
  • It is recommended that STEPANOL WA-EXTRA be stored in sealed containers and kept at temperatures between 60 °F (16 °C) and 110 °F (43.3 °C). Avoid overheating or freezing. If material is frozen, mild heat and agitation are recommended to ensure the material is homogeneous before use.
  • Bulk Storage Information: Tanks made of 316 stainless steel or fiberglass with an Atlac 382 corrosion liner are recommended. Gear pumps and piping should be 316 stainless steel. Recommended storage for bulk tanks is 90-125 °F (32-52 °C).
Workplace Exposure

Occupational exposure can occur primarily through skin contact or via inhalation of vapors and mists. Engineering controls, personal protective equipment, and other workplace practices should be used to control these exposures.