Functions
Surfactant
Cleansing agent
Thickener
Foam booster
Detergent
CAS Number(s)
2235-54-3
EINECS number(s)
218-793-9
FDA UNII
Q7AO2R1M0B
Ammonium Lauryl Sulfate can be derived from coconut and is used primarily as a detergent cleansing agent. It is considered to be gentle and effective.
Ammonium lauryl sulfate is an anionic surfactant. This means it lowers the surface tension of water, making the water spread more easily. It is added to products as a foaming agent and as a detergent.
Ammonium Lauryl Sulfate must be used in a low-pH shampoo or shower gel since high-pH systems smell of ammonia. It is typically used at 20-35%. It is designed for low-pH shampoos, bath products, and cleansers requiring dense, rich foam, low color, and low odor.
It yields high foam and excellent viscosity response, with good detergency and mildness. Ammonium Lauryl Sulfate exhibits a good synergism with Betaines and offers many formulating possibilities. Buffering in the pH range of 4 to 7 is recommended.Synonyms
Ammonium dodecyl sulphate
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