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Magnesium Lauryl Sulfate (Magnesium Dodecyl Sulfate)

CAS 3097-08-3 · Formula C24H50MgO8S2 · MW 555.1 g/mol

A magnesium-counterion lauryl sulfate surfactant for foaming and cleansing systems. It is used as a cleansing and foaming surfactant in personal-care and household cleaning formulations.

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CAS Number
3097-08-3
Formula
C24H50MgO8S2
Molecular Weight
555.1 g/mol
Material Family
Surfactants - Anionic
At a Glance
Material Family
Surfactants - Anionic
Record Type
Pure compound
Primary Role
Cleaning / Degreasing · Surfactancy
Functional Roles
MAGNESIUM LAURYL SULFATE
CLEANSINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING
Applications & Use Cases
  • Personal care: Cleansing surfactant in washes and shampoos.
  • Household cleaning: Foaming agent in liquid cleaners.
  • Detergency: Anionic surfactant for formulated cleaners.
Physical Properties
Density
1.04 at 20 °C
Safety & Handling
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Chemical Identity
CAS Number
3097-08-3
Molecular Formula
C24H50MgO8S2
Molecular Weight
555.1 g/mol
IUPAC Name
magnesium dodecyl sulfate
INCI Name
MAGNESIUM LAURYL SULFATE
PubChem CID
InChI Key
HBNDBUATLJAUQM-UHFFFAOYSA-L
Synonyms & Trade Names
magnesium dodecyl sulfate Dodecyl sulfate, magnesium salt DODECYL SULFATE, (MAGNESIUM SALT) Magnesium lauryl sulfate magnesium;dodecyl sulfate Sulfuric acid, monododecyl ester, magnesium salt Sulfuric acid, monododecyl ester, magnesium salt (2:1) magnesium laurylsulfate COLONIAL LM RHODAPON LM ZOHARPON MGS EMPICOL ML NORFOX MLS STEPANOL MG Dodecyl magnesium sulphate Magnesium monododecyl sulfate
Full Description

Magnesium lauryl sulfate (CAS 3097-08-3) is an anionic alkyl-sulfate surfactant. It is used as a cleansing and foaming surfactant in personal-care and household cleaning formulations.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is magnesium lauryl sulfate used for?

Magnesium lauryl sulfate (CAS 3097-08-3) is an anionic alkyl-sulfate surfactant used as a cleansing and foaming agent in personal-care washes and shampoos and as a foaming surfactant in household cleaning formulations.

Is magnesium lauryl sulfate the same as sodium lauryl sulfate?

No. Both are alkyl-sulfate surfactants, but they differ in the counter-ion: magnesium versus sodium. Magnesium lauryl sulfate (CAS 3097-08-3, C24H50MgO8S2) and sodium lauryl sulfate are distinct materials, and the counter-ion affects solubility and formulation behavior.

Is magnesium lauryl sulfate the same as magnesium sulfate?

No. Magnesium lauryl sulfate is an organic anionic surfactant (CAS 3097-08-3), while magnesium sulfate (Epsom salt) is a simple inorganic salt. They are chemically different and serve different purposes.

What surfactant class does magnesium lauryl sulfate belong to?

It is an anionic alkyl-sulfate surfactant, valued for detergency and foam generation in formulated cleaners. The magnesium counter-ion influences its mildness profile and solubility relative to sodium analogues.

How is bulk magnesium lauryl sulfate supplied and priced?

It is supplied in bulk for personal-care and household cleaning formulation. Pricing depends on grade, active content, volume, and packaging; request a bulk quote with CoA and SDS for your target quantity.

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