Surfactants - Anionic Available — Bulk Only

Magnesium Alkyl Ether Sulfate (Magnesium Laureth Sulfate)

CAS 111937-03-2

A magnesium-counterion ether-sulfate surfactant supplied as a concentrated paste for foaming cleansers. It is used as a foaming and cleansing agent in shampoos, body washes, and liquid household and industrial cleaners.

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CAS Number
111937-03-2
Material Family
Surfactants - Anionic
At a Glance
Material Family
Surfactants - Anionic
Record Type
Pure compound
Primary Role
Surfactancy · Cleaning / Degreasing
Functional Roles
CETEARYL ISONONANOATE
HAIR CONDITIONINGSKIN CONDITIONINGSKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENT
Applications & Use Cases
  • Personal care: Primary surfactant in shampoos and body washes.
  • Household cleaners: Foaming and cleansing agent in liquid cleaners.
  • Industrial cleaning: Detergency in formulated cleaners.
Safety & Handling
Full SDS available on request

A grade-specific Safety Data Sheet (SDS) — with the complete hazard classification, handling precautions, and transport information — is supplied with every shipment and available on request. Confirm all safety and regulatory details against the SDS for your specific grade.

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Chemical Identity
CAS Number
111937-03-2
INCI Name
CETEARYL ISONONANOATE
Synonyms & Trade Names
Magnesium Alkyl Ethoxy Sulphate 27%
Full Description

Magnesium alkyl ether sulfate (magnesium laureth sulfate, CAS 111937-03-2) is an anionic surfactant supplied as a roughly 70% active paste. It is used as a foaming and cleansing agent in shampoos, body washes, and liquid household and industrial cleaners.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Magnesium Alkyl Ethoxy Sulphate 70% used for?

It is an anionic surfactant used as a primary foaming and cleansing agent in shampoos and body washes, and as a detergency component in liquid household and industrial cleaners. It is supplied as an approximately 70% active paste.

What is the other name for this surfactant?

Magnesium alkyl ethoxy sulphate is also called magnesium laureth sulfate or magnesium alkyl ether sulfate (CAS 111937-03-2). The "70" refers to its roughly 70% active concentration.

Is this the same as magnesium sulphate?

No. Magnesium alkyl ethoxy sulphate (CAS 111937-03-2) is an anionic alkyl-ether-sulfate surfactant, whereas magnesium sulphate (Epsom salt, CAS 7487-88-9) is a simple inorganic salt. They are chemically distinct materials with different uses.

What is the active content and form of the 70% grade?

It is supplied as a roughly 70% active surfactant paste. Confirm exact active matter, pH, and lot values against the Certificate of Analysis for each shipment.

How is bulk magnesium laureth sulfate 70% supplied and priced?

It is supplied in bulk for surfactant and cleaner formulation. Pricing depends on volume and packaging (drum, tote, or larger); request a bulk quote with your target quantity for current pricing, CoA, and SDS.

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