- Functions:Emulsifier
- Chemical Family:Sulfonates, Sulfonic Acids & Derivatives, Sodium Salts
- Applicable Processes:Emulsion Polymerization, Latex Manufacturing
POLYSTEP® A-18-S is an economical and versatile biodegradable surfactant supplied at a high ph. It finds use in the manufacture of vinyl chloride latex, acrylics, and styrene acrylic latexes. It exhibits better hydrolytic stability than sls (sodium lauryl sulfate) and performs effectively at low levels.