Wetting & soil removal
Contributes to wetting and detergency in compatible blends and wash systems.
Product Specialty Additives
Sodium Laureth Sulfate (SLES 70%)
Anionic surfactant used as a formulation building block where detergency, wetting, and foaming performance are required in cleaning and wash systems.
✓ Anionic surfactant
✓ ~70% active (typical)
✓ Detergency & foaming
✓ Drums / IBC
✓ SDS/COA/TDS on request
Packaging: drums / IBC / bulk (as applicable)
Documentation: SDS / COA / TDS on request
Lead time depends on lane & volume
To quote the right grade, tell us your target viscosity/handling method and whether you have limits for salt, unsulfated matter, color/clarity, or trace impurities (per your internal spec).
Applications
SLES 70% is widely used where a robust anionic surfactant is needed for cleaning performance and foam profile. Final performance depends on formulation system and processing conditions.
- Detergency and foaming systems
- Cleaning blends and wash solutions
- Formulation building block for surfactant systems
Foam control via formulation
Foam and viscosity can be tuned with co-surfactants, salts, and processing conditions.
Scale-ready procurement
Assay and key quality fields can be standardized for repeat ordering and QA checks.
Why formulators choose SLES 70%
Procurement typically focuses on consistency: active matter, viscosity window, and the quality fields that affect downstream blending and finished-product performance.
Reliable detergency
Common backbone surfactant for a wide range of cleaning systems.
Foaming contribution
Often selected where foam profile is important (system-dependent).
Blend flexibility
Pairs with nonionics, amphoterics, and builders to tune performance.
Documentation readiness
SDS/COA/TDS can be aligned to receiving and QA procedures.
Specification & grade selection framework
“SLES 70%” can still differ by grade. For smooth processing and repeatability, define what matters for your plant: active matter, viscosity at your temperature, and impurity/appearance requirements.
Active matter
Confirm the assay target and acceptance criteria on COA.
Salt & viscosity window
Viscosity and pumpability are sensitive to salt and temperature—share your handling conditions.
Purity & appearance
Color/clarity and trace impurity limits (if you have them) help match the correct lane.
If you have a finished-formula spec (e.g., target viscosity and foam), share it—this helps align the grade and avoids surprises in blending.
Typical specifications & formats
Values depend on grade and customer requirements. Confirm details on quotation (SDS/TDS/COA as applicable).
Concentration
~70% active (typical; confirm on offer/COA)
Form
Viscous liquid / paste (grade dependent)
Packaging
Drums, IBC (bulk as applicable)
Documentation
SDS / COA / TDS on request
Quality
Industrial grades available
Notes
Confirm viscosity and salt/appearance requirements
Indicative COA/TDS fields (example)
Common procurement fields for SLES 70% may include (lane-dependent):
| Property | Typical description | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Active matter (assay) | Reported per spec | Primary control for formulation dosing and performance. |
| pH (solution basis) | Reported (as applicable) | Affects compatibility and blending behavior. |
| Viscosity (at stated temperature) | Reported / target window | Key for pumpability, transfer, and mixing. |
| Salt / inorganic content | Reported / limited (as required) | Influences viscosity and finished-formula stability. |
| Appearance / color | Reported | Receiving identity check; can matter for finished product aesthetics. |
| Other limits (if required) | Per inquiry | Specify any critical limits per your internal or regulatory requirements. |
Specifications may vary depending on batch, origin, and packaging selection.
Handling & storage guidance
SLES 70% is typically viscous. Handling depends on temperature and transfer equipment. Always follow the supplied SDS and your site EHS procedures.
Transfer
Confirm pump and hose compatibility for viscous surfactants; plan for controlled, clean transfers.
Temperature sensitivity
Viscosity changes with temperature; storage/handling conditions should be stated on SDS/TDS.
Storage
Keep containers sealed and protected; follow guidance on shelf life and conditions in documentation.
If your plant requires a minimum pumpability at a specific temperature, include that requirement—this is one of the most important grade-selection inputs.
FAQ
Common technical and procurement questions for SLES 70%.
Is “SLES 70%” always the same?
Different grades can vary in viscosity profile, salt level, and quality fields. Share your acceptance criteria so the correct lane can be proposed.
What packaging is typical?
Drums and IBC are common; bulk may be available depending on destination and volume. Confirm on quotation.
Do you provide SDS/COA/TDS?
Yes—documentation is available on request and depends on grade and supply lane.
What helps you quote accurately?
Active matter target, viscosity/handling constraints, any limits (salt/appearance/impurities), volume, packaging, destination, and documentation needs.
How should I specify viscosity?
State your preferred viscosity range and the temperature at which it should apply (this is critical for transfer and blending).
Can you match a specific COA field set?
Often yes—include your COA/TDS checklist in the inquiry and we’ll align the best lane.