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Sodium Lauryl Ether Sulfate 28%

INCI:
Sodium Laureth Sulfate
Also known as:
SLES · Sodium lauryl ether sulfate · Sodium Lauryl Ether Sulfate · Sodium Laureth Sulfate

Versatile anionic surfactant, valued for its foaming capacity and compatibility with other surfactants. It responds well to salt thickening, which makes it easy to formulate products of attractive viscosity at low cost. Used in dishwashing liquids, liquid soaps, shampoos and all-purpose cleaners.

Functions

Anionic surfactantFoaming agentBase for liquid detergents

Typical applications

  • Liquid dishwashing detergents
  • Liquid hand soaps
  • Shampoos and bath gels
  • All-purpose cleaners
  • Veterinary shampoos and cleansers