PDS Potassium dodecyl sulfate CAS 4706-78-9, 90%

The powder is white, yellow or slightly orange. It has a mild smell and it dissolves in water. The aqueous solutions is transparent or translucent, and has no color.Solid Content: >=90%

Description of Potassium dodecyl sulfate ：

Chemical structure: Potassium dodecyl sulfate consists of a long chain of dodecyl attached to a potassium sulfate group. This structure gives it both sulfate ions' strong acidity and anionic properties and the hydrophobicity of long alkyl chains.

Stability: Potassium dodecyl sulfate is relatively stable under normal storage and use conditions. However, decomposition or deterioration may occur under extreme conditions such as high temperatures and strong acids or bases.

Biodegradability: Potassium dodecyl sulfate has a certain environmental impact and is not easy to biodegrade. Therefore, it will have a certain ecological impact when discharged into water or soil.

Irritant: Because potassium dodecyl sulfate contains sulfate ions, it has a certain irritant. Prolonged or heavy contact may cause skin and eye irritation.

Safety: Although potassium lauryl sulfate has many useful properties and applications, proper precautions should be taken. Because of its irritability and biodegradability, long-term contact or large inhalation should be avoided. At the same time, relevant safety guidelines and operating procedures should be followed to ensure personal and environmental safety.

 Technical Parameters of Potassium Sulfate

Applications of Potassium dodecyl sulfate:

Detergents and personal care products: Potassium lauryl sulfate can effectively remove stains and oil stains and improve the cleaning effect. Personal care products can be used as an additive in body creams, body washes, shampoos and other products to provide a smooth feeling and good cleaning effect.

Textile and printing industry: In the textile and printing industry, potassium lauryl sulfate is used as a dispersant and wetting agent for dyes and pigments, contributing to the uniform distribution and adhesion of dyes and pigments on fibres. It can also be used as a softener, antistatic agent and other additives to improve the performance and appearance of fabrics.

Leather processing: In the process of leather processing, potassium dodecyl sulfate is used as a degreasing agent, defilm agent, dyeing aid, etc., which helps to improve the processing performance and quality of leather. It can also improve the softness and wrinkle resistance of leather and the beauty and durability of leather products.

Pesticide spraying: In pesticide spraying, potassium dodecyl sulfate is used as a wetting agent and dispersant to aid in the uniform distribution and penetration of pesticides on plant surfaces. It can reduce the surface tension of pesticides, improve the adhesion and wettability of pesticides, and thus improve the control effect.

Water treatment: In industrial water treatment, potassium lauryl sulfate is used as a flocculant and corrosion inhibitor. It can promote the accumulation and settlement of suspended substances in water, inhibit metal corrosion, and extend the service life of equipment.

Petroleum industry: In the petroleum industry, potassium lauryl sulfate is used as an additive to acidizing fluids in oil Wells to help improve the surface activity and wettability of acidizing fluids. It can also be used as an oil recovery aid to improve the efficiency and yield of oil recovery.

Coatings and paints industry: In manufacturing coatings and paints, potassium lauryl sulfate is used as a dispersant and wetting agent for pigments and fillers to help obtain a uniform and stable coating or paint. It can also improve the levelling and adhesion of the coating and improve the decoration and durability of the coating.

Cosmetics industry: In the production of cosmetics, potassium lauryl sulfate is used as an additive such as emulsifier, thickener and wetting agent. It can improve product stability, emulsification effect and sense of use, making cosmetics more delicate, easy to apply and lasting.

Production Method of Potassium dodecyl sulfate:

Neutralization method: Neutralization is the most common method for preparing potassium dodecyl sulfate. The method is to neutralize alkyl sulfate with potassium hydroxide at a certain temperature and pressure to produce the corresponding potassium dodecyl sulfate. The neutralization reaction is usually carried out in the presence of an acidic catalyst to facilitate the reaction. Commonly used acid catalysts include sulfuric acid, phosphoric acid and so on. During the reaction process, it is necessary to control the neutralization reaction's temperature, pressure and raw material ratio to ensure product quality and yield.

Sulfonation: Another method for preparing potassium dodecyl sulfate is the sulfonation method. The method is to sulfonate the long-chain alkane with sulfuric acid to produce the corresponding alkyl sulfate and then neutralize the reaction with potassium hydroxide to produce potassium dodecyl sulfate. The sulfonation method requires using a large amount of sulfuric acid and high-temperature conditions, so the production cost and equipment requirements are higher.

Oxidation method: Oxidation method is another method to prepare potassium dodecyl sulfate. The method is to oxidize long-chain alkane, generate the corresponding oxidation product, and then neutralize with potassium hydroxide to produce potassium dodecyl sulfate. Oxidation requires using oxidizing agents, such as air, oxygen, ozone, etc., so the production process has certain safety risks.

Esterification: The esterification process is also a method for preparing potassium dodecyl sulfate. The method is to esterify long-chain fatty acids with sulfuric acid to produce the corresponding ester and then neutralize with potassium hydroxide to produce potassium dodecyl sulfate. The esterification process requires a large amount of sulfuric acid and high-temperature conditions, so the production cost and equipment requirements are high.

Packing & Shipping Potassium dodecyl sulfate
Potassium dodecylsulfate can be packed in many different ways.
 Potassium dodecyl sulfate packing: 1kg/bottle. 25kg/barrel. 200kg/barrel.
 Potassium dodecyl sulfate shipping: Upon receipt of payment, goods can be shipped by sea, air or express as soon as practicable.

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