SLES
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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
| Test Description | Test Method | Unit of Measure | Specification |
|---|---|---|---|
| Appearance | Visual Inspection | — | White to Pale Yellow Viscous Paste |
| Active Matter | Applicable Standard | % | 70.0 Min |
| Sodium Lauryl Ether Sulfate (SLES) | Applicable Standard | % | 70.0 Min |
| Sodium Chloride (NaCl) | Applicable Standard | % | 1.50 Max |
| Unsulfated Matter | Applicable Standard | % | 2.00 Max |
| pH (1% Solution) | pH Meter | — | 7.0 – 9.0 |
| Moisture / Water | Applicable Standard | % | Balance |
| Specific Gravity | Density Measurement | g/cm³ | 1.05 – 1.10 |
| Colour | Visual Inspection | — | White to Pale Yellow |
| Odour | Organoleptic Test | — | Characteristic |
| 1,4-Dioxane | GC / Applicable Standard | ppm | As per Applicable Standard |
| Viscosity | Brookfield Viscometer | cP | As per Grade |
SLES APPLICATIONS
Sodium Laureth Sulfate (SLES) is a versatile anionic surfactant widely used for its cleansing, detergency and foaming properties in personal care, household and industrial formulations.
Personal Care Products
Used as an anionic surfactant in shampoos, body washes, shower gels and liquid soap formulations.
Shampoo & Hair Care
Provides effective cleansing and rich foam in various shampoo and hair-care formulations.
Liquid Hand Wash
Used as a cleansing and foaming ingredient in liquid hand-wash formulations.
Dishwashing Products
Used in selected dishwashing formulations for effective removal of grease and dirt.
Household Cleaners
Used as a surfactant in various household and general-purpose cleaning products.
Industrial Cleaning
Used in selected industrial and institutional cleaning formulations where detergency and foaming are required.