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Sodium n-octadecyl sulfate, 98% (dry wt.), water <7%
Description
Sodium n-octadecyl sulfate is used in the formulation of hair care products including shampoo, skin cleansers, and other skin care products.
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Sodium n-octadecyl sulfate is used in the formulation of hair care products including shampoo, skin cleansers, and other skin care products.
Solubility
Soluble in water.
Notes
Store in cool, dry place in tightly closed container. Store away from oxidizing agent.

Specifications
Specifications
Melting Point | 176°C to 180°C |
Linear Formula | CH3(CH2)17OSO3Na |
Quantity | 25 g |
Beilstein | 3640871 |
Solubility Information | Soluble in water. |
Formula Weight | 372.55 |
Percent Purity | 98% |
Assay | (dry wt.), water <7% |
Chemical Name or Material | Sodium n-octadecyl sulfate |
Safety and Handling
Hazard Category | H315-H319-H335 |
Hazard Statement | GHS H Statement H315-H319-H335 Causes skin irritation. Causes serious eye irritation. May cause respiratory irritation. |
Precautionary Statement | P261-P264b-P271-P280-P302+P352-P304+P340-P305+P351+P338-P312-P332+P313-P362-P501c |
EINECSNumber | 214-295-0 |
RTECSNumber | WT1170000 |
TSCA | Yes |
Recommended Storage | Ambient temperatures |
RUO – Research Use Only
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