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Dodecylbenzenesulfonic acid sodium salt
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Dodecylbenzenesulfonic acid sodium salt is a surfactant used in detergents, emulsifiers, and industrial cleaning formulations. It is a water-soluble anionic surfactant with strong wetting and dispersing properties. Beyond detergent manufacture, it is used in textile fiber and fabric processing and as a formulation ingredient in agricultural pesticide products. CAS: 25155-30-0, Molecular Formula: C18H29NaO3S, Molecular Weight: 348.47583 g/mol, Storage: Ambient, Signal Word: Danger. Molekula supplies Dodecylbenzenesulfonic acid sodium salt from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White powder particles |
| Water | ≤3% |
| pH | 8-11 |
| Sodium chloride | ≤1% |
| Active Matter | ≥90% |
| Apparent Density | 0.23-0.35% |
| Total Alkalinity | ≤5% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Flash Point | 170 °C |
| Transport Class | 6.1 |
| Packing Group | II |
| Acidity | Base |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White to light yellow flakes, granules, or powder |
| log P (octanol/water) | 0.45 |
Source: PubChem CID 23662403 (HSDB)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 20767865 |
| CAS Number | 25155-30-0 |
| IUPAC Name | sodium 2-dodecylbenzenesulfonate |
| EC Number | 239-219-3 |
| Molecular Formula | CH3(CH2)11C6H4SO3Na |
| Molecular Weight | 348.47583 |
| Exact Mass | 348.1735 |
| SMILES | CCCCCCCCCCCCC1=CC=CC=C1S(=O)(=O)[O-].[Na+] |
| InChIKey | HFQQZARZPUDIFP-UHFFFAOYSA-M |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C18H30O3S.Na/c1-2-3-4-5-6-7-8-9-10-11-14-17-15-12-13-16-18(17)22(19,20)21;/h12-13,15-16H,2-11,14H2,1H3,(H,19,20,21);/q;+1/p-1 |
| PubChem CID | 23662403 |
| UN Number | UN2811 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 2904.10.3200 |
| Tariff Code | 2904100090 |
Safety & GHS
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Corrosive
GHS05
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Toxic
GHS06
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H302 Harmful if swallowed
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H318 Causes serious eye damage
- H330 Fatal if inhaled
- H401 Toxic to aquatic life
Precautionary statements
- P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P273 Avoid release to the environment
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P284 Wear respiratory protection
- P304+312 IF INHALED: 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
- Abeson nam
- Santomerse 3
- SDBS
- Sodium dodecylbenzenesulphonate
- Sulfapolu
- Sulfaril paste
- Sulframin 85
- Sulfuril
- Ultrawet KX
- Ultrawet SK
Frequently asked questions
What is dodecylbenzenesulfonic acid sodium salt used for?
It is commonly used as a surfactant, emulsifier, and catalyst in industrial processes, including detergent formulations and organic synthesis.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight?
The formula is CH3(CH2)11C6H4SO3Na with a molecular weight of 348.47583 g/mol.
How should this compound be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperature, away from moisture and incompatible materials.
What grade is available?
Available in technical grade; specific purity details can be provided upon request.
Can Molekula supply this in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply dodecylbenzenesulfonic acid sodium salt in bulk quantities—please contact sales for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with the order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS); additional documentation is available upon request.
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