Alpha Olefin Sulfonate Powder

Description

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Solubility: Water soluble

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Country: Commonly produced in China, India, USA, and Germany (varies by supplier)

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Description:
Alpha Olefin Sulfonate (AOS) powder is a high-performance anionic surfactant widely used in personal care and cleansing formulations. It is known for its strong cleansing ability, excellent foaming properties, and good stability in hard water. AOS produces rich, stable foam and helps effectively remove oils, dirt, and impurities from the skin and hair. It is commonly used as a primary or secondary surfactant in shampoos, body washes, facial cleansers, and liquid soaps.

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Functions in Formulations:

Cosmetic Benefits Includes:

• Excellent cleansing ability
• Produces rich and stable foam
• Performs well in hard water
• Good oil and dirt removal
• Suitable for sulfate-free formulations
• Improves overall lather quality
• Enhances cleansing efficiency in surfactant blends

Functions In Formulation:

• Primary surfactant
• Foaming agent
• Cleansing agent
• Emulsifying support agent
• Detergent agent

INGREDIENT INFORMATION

INCI Name: Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate
CAS Number: 68439-57-6
Appearance: White to off-white powder or granules
Solubility: Water Soluble
Recommended : 5 – 30% depending on formulation
pH Stability: 7 – 9 (in solution)
Country of Origin: Indian

Common Uses

• Shampoos
• Body washes
• Facial cleansers
• Liquid soaps
• Bubble baths
• Household cleaning products

Formulation Tips:

• Dissolve in warm water with stirring before adding other ingredients.
• Add slowly to avoid excessive foam during processing.
• Combine with amphoteric surfactants (like betaine) to reduce harshness.
• Maintain formulation pH around 5.5–7 for skin and hair products.
• Use alongside foam boosters or secondary surfactants for improved mildness and lather quality.

Applications

* Skincare creams
* Gel products
* Cosmetic emulsions

Packaging:

Our powders are packed in waterproof zip-lock pouches to avoid spillage.

Recommended Storage:

Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and moisture in an airtight container.
(Current lot will expire December 2028)

DISCLAIMER:

• DAKITZ NATURAL PRODUCTS are for cosmetic and personal care formulations and are meant for external use only, unless otherwise stated.

• This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any condition.

• Kindly research, test, and understand ingredients before purchasing.

• If you are not advanced in formulating, we recommend working with a chemist or professional formulator.

• FOR INDUSTRIAL / MANUFACTURING USE ONLY
  NOT FOR DIRECT CONSUMER SALE.