Sodium n-dodecyl sulfate 20% aq. solution is used as an anionic surfactant. It is also used as fat emulsifier, a wetting agent, a detergent in cosmetics, pharmaceuticals and toothpastes. It also serves as a research tool in protein biochemistry. It is mainly used in detergents for laundry with many cleaning applications.
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ApplicationsSodium n-dodecyl sulfate 20% aq. solution is used as an anionic surfactant. It is also used as fat emulsifier, a wetting agent, a detergent in cosmetics, pharmaceuticals and toothpastes. It also serves as a research tool in protein biochemistry. It is mainly used in detergents for laundry with many cleaning applications.
SolubilityMiscible with ethanol.
NotesIncompatible with oxidizing agents.