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Dioctyl sulfosuccinate sodium salt
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Dioctyl sulfosuccinate sodium salt is a surfactant used in pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and industrial formulations for emulsification and solubilization. It is a sodium salt of dioctyl sulfosuccinic acid, known for its amphiphilic properties. CAS: 577-11-7, Molecular Formula: C20H37NaO7S, Molecular Weight: 444.56 g/mol, Storage: Ambient, Signal Word: Danger. Molekula supplies Dioctyl sulfosuccinate sodium salt from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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25 g — £21.00 per pack ex VAT · £25.20 inc. VAT
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100 g — £30.90 per pack ex VAT · £37.08 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Colourless to White to Pale yellow solid block |
| Identification | Conforms to reference |
| pH | 4.0 - 7.0 |
| Assay | 97% - 100% |
| Active substance | 92% - 94% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White, wax-like solid |
| Odour | Characteristic odor |
Source: PubChem CID 23673837 (HSDB)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 37435512 |
| CAS Number | 577-11-7 |
| IUPAC Name | sodium 1,4-bis(2-ethylhexoxy)-1,4-dioxobutane-2-sulfonate |
| EC Number | 209-406-4 |
| Molecular Formula | CH3(CH2)3CH(C2H5)CH2O2CCH2CH(SO3Na)CO2CH2CH(C2H5)(CH2)3CH3 |
| Molecular Weight | 444.56 |
| Exact Mass | 444.2158 |
| SMILES | CCCCC(CC)COC(=O)CC(C(=O)OCC(CC)CCCC)S(=O)(=O)[O-].[Na+] |
| InChIKey | APSBXTVYXVQYAB-UHFFFAOYSA-M |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C20H38O7S.Na/c1-5-9-11-16(7-3)14-26-19(21)13-18(28(23,24)25)20(22)27-15-17(8-4)12-10-6-2;/h16-18H,5-15H2,1-4H3,(H,23,24,25);/q;+1/p-1 |
| PubChem CID | 23673837 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 29171940 |
| Tariff Code | 2917198090 |
Safety & GHS
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Corrosive
GHS05
Hazard statements
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H318 Causes serious eye damage
- H412 Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Precautionary statements
- P264 Wash thoroughly after handling
- P273 Avoid release to the environment
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+312 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- Aerosol OT
- Dioctyl sulfosuccinate sodium
- Dioctylal
- Diotilan
- Disonate
- Docusate sodium
- Doxol
- Molatoc
- Regutol
- Velmol
Frequently asked questions
What is dioctyl sulfosuccinate sodium salt used for?
It is primarily used as an emulsifying agent in pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and industrial formulations.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight?
The formula is CH3(CH2)3CH(C2H5)CH2O2CCH2CH(SO3Na)CO2CH2CH(C2H5)(CH2)3CH3 with a molecular weight of 444.56 g/mol.
How should this compound be stored?
Store at ambient temperature, away from moisture and incompatible materials.
What grade is available?
Available in technical grade; custom grades may be available upon request.
Can Molekula supply this in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply dioctyl sulfosuccinate sodium salt in bulk quantities—please contact sales for details.
What documentation comes with the order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) upon request.
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