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STEPANOL® WAT is an anionic surfactant celebrated for its excellent foaming and viscosity characteristics. Derived from natural and plant-based sources, it's commonly used in personal care, laundry, and cleaning products. Its versatility is exemplified in applications such as 2-in-1 shampoos, body washes, and both automatic and hand carwashes. Moreover, it carries kosher certification.

INCI Name: Sodium Lauryl Sulfate

Chemical Name: Sodium Lauryl Sulfate

Functions: Surfactant, Surfactant (Anionic)

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

Labeling Claims: Bio-based, Naturally Derived, Plant-Based, Sustainable, Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty

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
Preservative

Formaldehyde

Chemical Structure

CH3 (CH2)11 OSO3 N(CH2CH2OH)3

Features & Benefits

Applications & Uses

Application Format
Bath & Shower Applications
Hair Care Applications
I&I Cleaning Applications
Personal Hygiene Applications
Skin Care Applications
Applications
  • STEPANOL WAT is a triethanolamine lauryl sulfate produced from the sulfation of fatty alcohol via Stepan's continuous SO3 process. This process allows the consistent production of a high purity product such as STEPANOL WAT.
  • STEPANOL WAT can be used in shampoos, bubble baths, liquid hand soaps, and other personal care applications. It provides formulations with dense, creamy foam which, along with its viscosity characteristics, has excellent cosmetic appeal. STEPANOL WAT is easily formulated with alkanolamides and amphoterics for optimization of foam and viscosity characteristics. It can be used in clear products where low temperature clarity is important.

Properties

Physical Form
Appearance
Clear liquid (at 25°C)
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Boiling Pointmin. 100°C
Actives Content (MW 429)40%
Unsulfated Material1%
Density1.04g/ml
Hydrochloric Acid0.2%
Flash Pointmin. 93°CPMCC Flash Point Tester
Sulfate Content0.2%
pH (10% in aqueous solution)7.2
Color (Transmittance at 410 nm)92%
Cloud Point0°C
Pour Point-1°C
Freeze Point-4°C
Viscosity (at 25°C)456cPs
Viscosity (at 60 °C)1cPs
Regulated Volatile Organic Chemicals0%U.S. EPA

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance
Clearances

All components of STEPANOL WAT are listed in the following countries; the registration numbers for the active ingredients are included in parentheses: United States (TSCA 117875-77-1), Australia (AICS 139-96-8), Canada (DSL 117875-77-1), China (IECSC 117875-77-1), Europe (EINECS 205-388-7), Japan (ENCS 2-1675), Korea (ECL Serial No. KE-32633), New Zealand (NZIoC 117875-77-1), Philippines (PICCS 139-96-8), and Taiwan (TCSI 117875-77-1).

Safety & Health

Toxicity

STEPANOL WAT is moderately to slightly toxic orally (LD₅₀ ranging from 0.25 to >1.95 g/kg) and causes moderate to severe eye and mild skin irritation at 10% active.

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type
Standard Packaging

STEPANOL WAT 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 WAT. Contact with the eyes and prolonged contact with the skin should be avoided. Wash thoroughly after handling material.
  • It is recommended that STEPANOL WAT be stored in sealed containers and kept at temperatures above 45 °F (7 °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. Certifugal pumps and piping should be 316 stainless steel. Recommended storage for bulk tanks is 85-105 °F (29-41 °C).