Potassium Lauryl Sulfate

Basic Information of Potassium Lauryl Sulfate

CAS No.:	4706-78-9
EC No.:	225-190-4
Linear Formula:	C₁₂H₂₇KO₄S
Molecular Weight:	306.5
Appearance:	White to off-white powder or crystalline solid.
Boiling Point:	588.52℃[at 101 325 Pa]
Density:	1.065[at 20℃]
Key Properties:	Excellent foaming and lathering capabilities. Effective detergency and cleansing power. Good wetting and emulsifying agent. Soluble in water. Considered a milder alternative to SLS in some applications.
Chemical Structure:

Our commitment to delivering high-purity KLS ensures a reliable and efficient component for your product formulations, offering consistent quality for diverse personal care, specialty detergent, and research applications.

Primary Applications of Potassium Lauryl Sulfate (KLS)

Potassium Lauryl Sulfate's mild yet effective surfactant properties make it a valuable ingredient in various applications:

1. Personal Care Products:

   Increasingly used in gentle shampoos, facial cleansers for sensitive skin, mild body washes, and baby care products due to its potential for lower skin irritation compared to SLS while still providing good foaming and cleansing.

2. Specialty Detergents:

   Formulated in specialty liquid detergents and cleaning solutions where a balance of effective cleaning and mildness is desired.

3. Biochemical Research:

   Used in laboratory and research applications as a detergent for protein solubilization and as a component in electrophoresis buffers, similar to SDS but sometimes preferred for specific experimental conditions.

4. Emulsifier and Wetting Agent:

   Can function as an emulsifier in certain formulations to help mix immiscible liquids and as a wetting agent to reduce surface tension.

5. Pharmaceutical Applications:

   May find use in certain pharmaceutical formulations as a solubilizing or dispersing agent.

• Exceptional Purity & Consistent Quality: Our Potassium Lauryl Sulfate is manufactured to stringent purity specifications, ensuring optimal performance and mildness in your final product formulations, particularly for sensitive applications.

• Expert Technical Support: Our dedicated team of specialists is readily available to offer comprehensive guidance on product application, formulation best practices for mild surfactant systems, and compatibility with other ingredients.

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• Customized Solutions: We understand that different applications may require specific particle sizes or formulations. We are open to discussing customized solutions to meet your exact requirements.