Sodium Lauryl Ether Sulphate 70% (SLES)

Sodium Lauryl Ether Sulphate 70% (SLES) (CAS 68585-34-2, molecular formula CH3(CH2)11(OCH2CH2)nOSO3Na) is a formulation raw material used by detergent, personal care and industrial cleaning manufacturers who need stable active matter and reproducible performance. China Chemicals supplies it at Active matter 70% min in pack sizes from 1 kg through to 500 kg Pallet, so laboratory trial quantities and full production volumes can be sourced from the same specification.

It is also traded as SLES 70%, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, AES. Every consignment ships with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis and the current Safety Data Sheet, and material is stored and picked under stock rotation so you receive product well inside its shelf life.

Typical applications

Primary surfactant in shampoo and body wash
Foaming agent in dishwashing liquid
Car wash and vehicle shampoo formulation
Industrial and household cleaner base
Textile wetting and scouring

Technical specification

Chemical name	Sodium Lauryl Ether Sulphate 70% (SLES)
Synonyms	SLES 70%, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, AES
CAS number	68585-34-2
Molecular formula	CH3(CH2)11(OCH2CH2)nOSO3Na
Appearance	White to pale yellow paste
Active matter	70.0% min
Unsulphated matter	3.0% max
Sodium sulphate	1.5% max
pH (1% solution)	7.0 – 9.5
Colour (Klett)	30 max
1,4-Dioxane	10 ppm max

Values above are typical and are confirmed on the Certificate of Analysis issued against each batch. Tighter specifications can be quoted where a process requires them.

Packaging and supply

Available in 1 kg, 5 kg, 25 kg Drum, 500 kg Pallet. Bulk, road tanker and export drum quantities are quoted on request, including FOB and CIF terms for international shipment. Pricing shown is per pack in USD, exclusive of freight and any applicable duties.

Handling and safety

Transport classification: Not regulated · Causes serious eye damage. Store in the original closed container in a cool, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials, and handle using appropriate personal protective equipment. Read the Safety Data Sheet in full before use — it is issued with every order and is available on request before purchase.

Supply to industry only. Products are sold for legitimate industrial, laboratory and manufacturing use. We may request end-use details and business registration before releasing an order.