Cleansol Sodium Lauryl Sulfate Needles (Blue / Green / Orange / Pink) | High-Foam Surfactant & Foam Booster for Detergents, Soaps & Cleaners
Product Description:
Cleansol Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLS) Needles are solid crystals available in Blue, Green, Orange, and Pink variants for formulation flexibility and visual differentiation. Each colour option offers the same high-purity SLS performance — powerful foaming, wetting, and detergency for powder detergents, bars, hand-wash liquids, and cleaning formulations. The needle form ensures easy dosing, fast solubility, and consistent foam quality in all applications.
Chemical Information
IUPAC Name: Sodium dodecyl sulfate
Other Names: Sodium Lauryl Sulfate, SLS, Dodecyl sulfate sodium salt
Molecular Formula: C12H25NaO4S
CAS Number: 151-21-3
Molecular Mass: 288.38 g/mol
Appearance: Needle-shaped solid crystals (Blue, Green, Orange, Pink)
pH (1 % solution): 7.5 – 10.5
Solubility: Easily soluble in water
Active Matter Content: ~90 – 95 %
Variant Highlights
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Blue Needle SLS – Popular in detergent bars and laundry powders for bright optical appearance and high foam profile.
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Green Needle SLS – Preferred for hand-wash and multi-surface cleaners; symbolic of freshness and eco-care branding.
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Orange Needle SLS – Ideal for kitchen cleaners and industrial degreasers with strong oil-removal and quick-foam response.
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Pink Needle SLS – Favoured in premium detergent bars and household cleaning brands for mild aesthetics and marketing appeal.
Key Features & Benefits
- High active matter anionic surfactant with superior foaming and cleaning efficiency.
- Rapidly soluble in water; forms uniform and dense foam structure.
- Needle form ensures accurate dosing and minimal dusting.
- Excellent wetting and emulsifying performance in detergent and cleaning formulations.
- Colour variants aid product branding and batch traceability.
Applications & Recommended Usage
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Detergent Powders & Bars: 5 – 15 % by weight as foam booster and cleaning agent.
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Hand-Wash Liquids: 8 – 12 % after melting in warm water and blending with co-surfactants.
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Household Cleaners: 3 – 8 % for surface cleaning and foam formation.
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Industrial Cleaners & Degreasers: 6 – 10 % combined with solvent and builder systems.
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Textile & Leather Processing: As a wetting and scouring agent at 1 – 3 %.
Storage
Store in a cool, dry and well-ventilated area. Keep containers tightly closed to avoid moisture absorption and clumping. Avoid contact with strong oxidizers and heat sources.
Warnings
Handle with care. May cause skin and eye irritation in concentrated form. Use gloves and goggles while handling. Avoid dust formation and inhalation.
Safety & Handling Summary
This summary is for guidance only; refer to the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for complete information.
- Non-flammable in bulk form but fine dust may be combustible.
- Causes serious eye damage and skin irritation if improperly handled.
- Harmful to aquatic life with long-term effects – avoid release to drains.
- Dispose in accordance with local environmental regulations.
Technical Support
For technical data sheets (TDS), formulation guidelines, or SDS, please contact:
labchemicals.cleansol@gmail.com
Disclaimer
All information is provided for general guidance only. Cleansol.in does not guarantee fitness for any specific purpose. Users must verify compatibility and ensure safe handling and regulatory compliance prior to use.
Professional Use Declaration
By purchasing this product, I confirm it is solely for my professional and commercial use and will not be used for any personal, medical, or domestic purposes. I am aware of its chemical properties and take full responsibility for its safe handling, storage, and disposal.
