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Catalog Number:
00270
CAS Number:
151-21-3
Sodium dodecyl sulfate
Grade:
Meets NF/EP/USP specification
Purity:
≥ 97% (Assay)
Synonym(s):
Dodecylsulfuric acid sodium salt, Laurylsulfuric acid sodium salt
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Product Information
Synonyms
Dodecylsulfuric acid sodium salt, Laurylsulfuric acid sodium salt
CAS Number
151-21-3
Purity
≥ 97% (Assay)
Grade
Meets NF/EP/USP specification
Molecular Formula
C12H25O4SNa
Molecular Weight
0
MDL Number
MFCD00036175
Melting Point
206 - 208 °C (Lit.)
Appearance
Free flowing powder or free flowing white
Conditions
Store at RT
General Information
Synonyms
Dodecylsulfuric acid sodium salt, Laurylsulfuric acid sodium salt
CAS Number
151-21-3
Purity
≥ 97% (Assay)
Grade
Meets NF/EP/USP specification
Molecular Formula
C12H25O4SNa
Molecular Weight
0
MDL Number
MFCD00036175
Melting Point
206 - 208 °C (Lit.)
Appearance
Free flowing powder or free flowing white
Conditions
Store at RT
Properties
Additional property information coming soon!
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Safety and Regulations
Hazmat
Yes
Antibiotic
No
DEA-regulated
No
Warnings
-
Applications

Sodium dodecyl sulfate is widely utilized in research focused on:

  • Surfactant in Cleaning Products: Commonly found in shampoos and detergents, it helps to lower surface tension, allowing for better cleaning and foaming properties.
  • Biotechnology Applications: Used in molecular biology for protein denaturation and purification, aiding researchers in studying protein structures and functions.
  • Emulsifying Agent: In food and cosmetic industries, it stabilizes emulsions, ensuring consistent texture and quality in products like creams and sauces.
  • Electrophoresis: Acts as a detergent in gel electrophoresis, helping to separate proteins based on size, which is crucial for genetic and protein research.
  • Industrial Applications: Employed in the textile and paper industries as a wetting agent, improving dye uptake and enhancing product quality.

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