SODIUM DODECYLBENZENESULFONATE- ▸ Detergents: Primary surfactant in laundry and dishwashing formulations
- ▸ Industrial cleaners: Active in vehicle, metal, and specialty cleaners
- ▸ Emulsifier: Emulsifying agent in industrial formulations
- ▸ Textile processing: Wetting and detergent agent in textile operations
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.
Request SDS →Sodium dodecylbenzenesulfonate (CAS 25155-30-0), abbreviated SDBS and the sodium salt of linear alkylbenzene sulfonate (LAS), is an anionic surfactant. It is used as the primary detergent active in heavy-duty laundry, dishwashing, and hard-surface cleaners, and as an emulsifier and wetting agent in industrial formulations.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is another name for sodium dodecylbenzenesulfonate?
Sodium dodecylbenzenesulfonate (CAS 25155-30-0) is abbreviated SDBS and is the sodium salt of linear alkylbenzene sulfonate (LAS). It is an anionic surfactant used as the primary detergent active in cleaning formulations.
What products contain sodium dodecylbenzenesulfonate?
It is the primary surfactant in heavy-duty laundry detergents, dishwashing liquids, and hard-surface and industrial cleaners (vehicle, metal, and specialty). It also serves as an emulsifier and wetting agent in industrial and textile-processing formulations.
What is the molecular formula of sodium dodecylbenzenesulfonate?
SDBS has the formula C18H29NaO3S (CAS 25155-30-0). It is the sodium salt of dodecylbenzenesulfonic acid (LAS).
What HS code is sodium dodecylbenzenesulfonate?
It is classified under HS 3402.31 (linear alkylbenzene sulfonic acids and their salts). Confirm the destination-country tariff line and request the CoA and SDS with your order.
How is bulk sodium dodecylbenzenesulfonate supplied?
It is supplied to detergent and industrial-cleaner manufacturers as a powder, slurry, or solution in bags, drums, or totes depending on grade. Request a bulk quote with your target volume and active-content spec.