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Sulfochem™ ALS-SB surfactant

Sulfochem™ ALS-SB surfactant is a naturally derived, bio-based surfactant that provides a dense and rich foam when formulating lower pH shampoos, shower gels, and other personal care cleansing products. It is preserved with sodium benzoate and exhibits a good viscosity response when alkanolamides are added.

Brand: Sulfochem™ (7 products)

INCI Name: Ammonium Lauryl Sulfate

Functions: Cleansing Agent, Foam Booster, Surfactant, Surfactant (Anionic)

Ingredient Origin: Natural Origin

Labeling Claims: Bio-based, Credo Clean Standard, Natural, Naturally Derived, Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty

Certifications & Compliance: CFDA Compliant (China), RSPO MassBalance Certified

Technical Data Sheet

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Identification & Functionality

INCI Name
Ammonium Lauryl Sulfate
Ingredient Origin
Natural Origin
Cosmetic Ingredients Functions
Cleansing Agent,
Foam Booster,
Surfactant,
Surfactant (Anionic)
CAS No.
2235-54-3
EC No.
218-793-9
Technologies
Cosmetic Ingredients
Product Families
Cosmetic Ingredients — Surfactants & Cleansers
Anionic Surfactants
Nature Based Materials

Palm Kernel (Elaeis Guineensis) - Indonesia/Malaysia

Features & Benefits

Benefit Claims
Cleansing,
Creamy Texture,
Dense Foam,
Detergency,
Foam Enhancement,
Foam Stability,
High Viscosity,
Low Color,
Low Odor
Labeling Claims
Bio-based,
Credo Clean Standard,
Natural,
Naturally Derived,
Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty
Features and Benefits
  • Effective in low pH systems
  • Excellent detergency and viscosity
  • Food grade preservative
  • Low odor and low color
  • Rich, stable foam
  • Synergy with betaines and other co-surfactants, offers many formulating possibilities
Compass Benefits

Nature-Based Content
Naturally Derived: RCI = 1.00

Applications & Uses

Markets
Personal Care
Applications
Personal Care — Beauty & Care
Bath & Shower,
Hair Care,
Skin Care
Personal Care — Personal Hygiene
Hand Hygiene
Application Format
Gel,
Rinse Off
Bath & Shower Applications
Shower Gels
Hair Care Applications
Shampoos & Rinses
Personal Hygiene Applications
Hand Soap
Skin Care Applications
Face Wash

Properties

Physical Form
Liquid
Odor
Slight
Appearance
Colorless to yellow
Specifications
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Actives (Anionic)28.5 - 30.5%ACM-34
Ammonium Chloridemax. 0.4%ACM-4
Ammonium Sulfatemax. 1%ACM-7
Brookfield Viscosity (at 25°C)max. 5000cPACM-31
Colormax. 70APHAACM-30
FormaldehydeNegative-ACM-44
Peroxide (Qualitative)Negative-ACM-37
pH (at 10%)5 - 6-ACM-23
Sulfite (Qualitative)Pass-ACM-36
Unsulfatedmax. 0.5%ACM-48

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance
CFDA Compliant (China),
RSPO MassBalance Certified
Third Party Certified
  • China compliant
  • RSPO

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type
Bulk,
Drums,
Totes (IBC)

Storage & Handling

Recommended Retest Period

Recommended retest period is 730 days from the date of manufacture.

Storage and Handling

Store in closed containers above 45°F (7°C) and below 110°F (43°C). If stored below 45°F, this material may stratify. If this occurs, the product may be gently warmed with strong agitation to reconstitute the material. This material may also stratify if kept at temperatures above 110°F (43°C). If this occurs, the product will need to be mixed before using. Consult the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for additional pertinent information.