Sodium Dodecylbenzenesulfonate

AKA “Abeson nam, Dodecyl benzenesulfonic acid, sodium salt, Santomerse 3, Sulframin 85, SDBS, Sulfapolu, Sulfuril”

Synthetic

Ingredient Facts

Sodium dodecylbenzenesulfonate

AKA: Abeson nam, Dodecyl benzenesulfonic acid, Sodium salt, Santomerse 3, Sulframin 85, SDBS, Sulfapolu, Sulfuril

Synthetic · Cleansing · EWG: 4

Synthetic

Cleanser

Synthetic

Clean

A gentle cleanser that helps remove dirt and oil from skin and hair, leaving them feeling fresh and clean.

Solubility 5 to 10 mg/mL at 66 °F (NTP, 1992)

Formula

C18H29NaO3S

Mol. Weight

348.50

CAS #

25155-30-0

Form

Liquid

State

Sodium dodecylbenzenesulfonate is a white to light yellow flakes, granules or powder. It is soluble in water. The primary hazard is the threat to the environment. Immediate steps should be taken to li

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Functions

Cleansing

Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.

Cleansing

Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.

Removes Impurities

Cleansing Surfactant

Antioxidant Protection

Reduces Inflammation

Fights Bacteria

Traditional Use

Developed in the 1940s as a synthetic surfactant to replace natural soap. Created to improve cleaning performance in hard water conditions where traditional soaps were ineffective.