Molekula
Magnesium lauryl sulfate
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Magnesium lauryl sulfate is a surfactant and emulsifier derived from fatty alcohols, commonly used in personal care products like shampoos, detergents, and cosmetics for its cleansing and foaming properties. It is also employed in industrial applications such as textile processing and metalworking fluids. This chemical has a CAS number of 3097-08-3, with the molecular formula C12H26O4SMg and a molecular weight of 557.09. It is stored at ambient conditions and carries a signal word of "Warning." Molekula supplies Magnesium lauryl sulfate from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White or off-white powder |
| Water | ≤2.0% |
| Heavy metals | ≤0.002% |
| Identification | Magnesium salt: Should be positively reactive. Sulfate salt: Should be positively reactive. |
| Solubility | Soluble in methanol or ethanol, soluble in warm water, and hygroscopic. |
| Acidity | The consumed sodium hydroxide (0.1 mol/L) ≤0.2 ml |
| Magnesium Sulphate | ≤1.0% |
| Identification (IR) | Conforms to reference |
| Magnesium chloride | ≤0.5% |
| Unsulfonated alcohol | ≤1.3% |
| Magnesium content (on dry matter basis) | 4.2% - 4.5% |
| Total alcohol content (on dry matter basis) | 63.0% - 69.0% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90037062 |
| CAS Number | 3097-08-3 |
| IUPAC Name | magnesium dodecyl sulfate |
| EC Number | 221-450-6 |
| Molecular Formula | C12H26O4SMg |
| Molecular Weight | 557.09 |
| Exact Mass | 554.2798 |
| SMILES | CCCCCCCCCCCCOS(=O)(=O)[O-].CCCCCCCCCCCCOS(=O)(=O)[O-].[Mg+2] |
| InChIKey | HBNDBUATLJAUQM-UHFFFAOYSA-L |
| InChI | InChI=1S/2C12H26O4S.Mg/c2*1-2-3-4-5-6-7-8-9-10-11-12-16-17(13,14)15;/h2*2-12H2,1H3,(H,13,14,15);/q;;+2/p-2 |
| PubChem CID | 10415276 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 2920901090 |
| Tariff Code | 2920901090 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H302 Harmful if swallowed
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation
Precautionary statements
- P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P302+352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
- P304+340 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
- P308+313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- COLONIAL LM
- Dodecyl sulfate, magnesium salt
- EMPICOL ML
- magnesium dodecyl sulfate
- Magnesium lauryl sulfate monohydrate
- RHODAPON LM
- STEPANOL MG
- Sulfuric acid, monododecyl ester, magnesium salt
- Sulfuric acid, monododecyl ester, magnesium salt (2:1)
- ZOHARPON MGS
Frequently asked questions
What is magnesium lauryl sulfate commonly used for?
Magnesium lauryl sulfate is primarily used as a surfactant in detergents, shampoos, and other personal care products due to its mild cleansing properties.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of magnesium lauryl sulfate?
The chemical formula is **C₁₂H₂₆O₄SMg** with a molecular weight of **557.09 g/mol**.
How should magnesium lauryl sulfate be stored?
Store at **ambient temperature** in a cool, dry place, away from incompatible substances and moisture.
What grades or purity levels of magnesium lauryl sulfate does Molekula supply?
We supply **technical-grade magnesium lauryl sulfate** suitable for industrial and personal care applications.
Can Molekula supply magnesium lauryl sulfate in bulk quantities?
Yes, we offer **bulk packaging options** (e.g., drums, totes) for large-scale industrial and formulation needs.
What documentation is provided with an order of magnesium lauryl sulfate?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, **Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)**, and **batch-specific documentation** for traceability.
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