Sodium 2-Ethylhexyl Sulfate
ALTERNATIVE NAMES
Sodium Isethionate
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
CAS
126-92-1
EC
204-824-3
Food Code
Sodium 2-ethylhexyl sulfate is a clear liquid or powder with formula C8H17NaO4S, molecular weight 232.27 g/mol. Soluble in water, acts as anionic surfactant; produced from 2-ethylhexanol sulfation.
Sodium 2-Ethylhexyl Sulfate
Used as wetting agent in textiles, emulsifier in detergents, and in electroplating baths; antimycotic in agriculture; in oil recovery and cleaning formulations.
Flammable solid; causes skin irritation and eye damage. Toxic if ingested; avoid acids releasing SO2. Hazard Class 4.1/8; use PPE, ventilate areas.
In 25kg drums; store away from heat; rinse for recycling or disposal punctured.
