Product Description
Sodium Lauryl Sulfate 30% functional characteristics and industrial application in the manufacturing of rinse-off products
Sodium Lauryl Sulfate 30% is a classic anionic surfactant of biological and mineral origin, widely used as a primary foaming agent and detergent. This raw material is supplied in an aqueous solution format, which significantly simplifies the technological production process for small and medium-sized enterprises. The liquid form is chosen by manufacturers due to the absence of dusting, which is characteristic of powder analogs, and the possibility of cold mixing components. The technologically applicable 30% concentration format allows for rapid achievement of required viscosity and system stability upon the introduction of electrolytes. The choice of this raw material is due to its high cleaning ability and predictable behavior in formulations with varying levels of water hardness.
Properties and purpose
The main purpose of Sodium Lauryl Sulfate in production logic is to provide stable fine-dispersed foam and effective removal of fatty contaminants. In cosmetic chemistry, this component is used as a base surfactant for personal care and household chemical products. Formulators choose this substance for its ability to create voluminous foam even at minimal concentrations and excellent compatibility with non-ionic and amphoteric co-surfactants. Why manufacturers prefer this particular component is explained by its high detergency and cost-effectiveness in mass production. The use of this surfactant in formulations allows for the achievement of necessary washing activity while maintaining the transparency of the finished product, which is critical for the commercial success of cleansing gels and shampoos.
Industrial applications
In the cosmetic industry, Sodium Lauryl Sulfate 30% is a key raw material for the production of shampoos, shower gels, and liquid soaps. The skin care sector applies this component in cleansing foams and bath products. Hair care includes the use of this surfactant in deep cleaning formulations and specialized styling removal products. The Wellness sector integrates the component into functional hygiene products where high foam stability is required. The raw material is in demand in Private label manufacturing and small-scale production due to ease of storage and formulation scalability. In the technical nutraceutical segment, the product is used exclusively as an auxiliary raw material for equipment cleaning, complying with safety standards. The stability of the solution allows its use in mass production without the risk of separation of the finished emulsion.
Recipe Base cleansing gel
Purified water 60 ml Sodium Lauryl Sulfate 30% 30 ml Cocamidopropyl betaine 8 ml Sodium chloride 1 gram Preservative 1 ml
Sodium Lauryl Sulfate 30% ensures high efficiency and stability of finished product characteristics in the B2B segment. The application of this time-tested active in industrial manufacturing guarantees the reproducibility of each batch of goods and allows manufacturers to create in-demand products with high consumer performance properties.