SLES 70% Cosmetic Grade Surfactant | Sodium Laureth Sulfate

Sodium Laureth Sulfate (SLES) 70%

5kg

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Sodium Laureth Sulfate (SLES) 70%, also known as Sodium Lauryl Ether Sulfate (SLES), is a high-active anionic surfactant supplied for professional formulation and manufacturing applications. Recognised for its cleansing, foaming and emulsifying properties, it is widely utilised across personal care, pet grooming and household cleaning formulations.

Its effectiveness, broad compatibility and ease of formulation have made Sodium Laureth Sulfate one of the most commonly used surfactants within modern cleansing systems.

Why Is Sodium Laureth Sulfate (SLES) Used?

Sodium Laureth Sulfate is often selected due to its excellent detergency, high foaming performance and ability to support the removal of oils, dirt and other residues from a variety of surfaces.

As an anionic surfactant, it is frequently incorporated into formulations where reliable cleansing performance and rich foam characteristics are required.

Common Uses & Applications

Shampoos
Body washes
Hand cleansers
Pet grooming products
Liquid soaps
Bubble bath formulations
Household cleaning products
Industrial cleansing systems
Surfactant blends
Professional formulation applications

Alternative Names

Sodium Laureth Sulfate
SLES
Sodium Lauryl Ether Sulfate
SLES 70%

Key Features

High active anionic surfactant
Excellent foaming characteristics
Effective cleansing performance
Water soluble
Suitable for use within a wide range of formulations
Readily biodegradable surfactant system

Technical Information

Chemical Name: Alcohols, C12-14, ethoxylated, sulfates, sodium salts

CAS Number: 68891-38-3

EC Number: 500-234-8

Appearance: Pale yellow/clear, thick mobile gel

Active Content: 68.0 – 72.0%

pH: 7.0 – 8.5 (4% in water)

Colour: 70 APHA maximum

1,4-Dioxane: 50 ppm maximum

Density: 1.05 – 1.15 at 25°C

Solubility: Soluble in water

Store in the original container, tightly closed, in a cool, dry and well-ventilated area away from direct sunlight. Follow any product-specific storage recommendations provided within the Safety Data Sheet (SDS).

Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practices. Refer to the relevant Safety Data Sheet (SDS) before use. Keep out of reach of children. Not intended for consumption.

GHS05 Corrosive

Products are supplied as a raw material intended for professional, trade or formulation use where applicable. Daxer does not provide formulation advice, manufacturing instructions or recommendations regarding suitability for any specific end product. Customers remain responsible for determining compatibility, performance and regulatory compliance within their own applications.

Common uses

How this ingredient is commonly used

Sodium Laureth Sulfate is valued for its strong cleansing performance and ability to generate rich, stable foam within a variety of formulation types. Its compatibility with other surfactants has contributed to its widespread use across numerous professional manufacturing sectors.

Formulators frequently select SLES when developing products requiring effective detergency, consistent foam characteristics and broad formulation flexibility.

Whether utilised within personal care products, pet grooming preparations or specialist cleaning applications, Sodium Laureth Sulfate continues to be one of the most widely recognised surfactants used within modern formulation environments.