Sodium Laureth Sulfate

⭐ Sodium Laureth Sulfate (SLES) 

Sodium Laureth Sulfate (SLES) is widely used across the daily chemical, textile, petroleum, leather, and dyeing industries. It functions as a detergent, emulsifier, wetting agent, dispersant, and foaming agent, delivering strong cleaning efficiency and stable performance in various formulations.

SLES features excellent biodegradability, outstanding low-temperature solubility, and high active matter content, ensuring reliable performance without being affected by water hardness.

Thanks to its superior foaming and degreasing capabilities, SLES is one of the most commonly used raw materials in cleaning and personal-care formulations. It is suitable not only for powder detergents, but also for a wide range of liquid and paste detergents, including:

Laundry detergents (powder, liquid, and paste)

Dishwashing liquids

Household and industrial cleaners

Dry-cleaning agents

Shampoo, shower gel, and bath products

Cosmetic cleansers and premium surfactant systems

Additional Application Insights (Added Content)

SLES is preferred by manufacturers because it provides:

Rich, stable foam ideal for shampoos and body washes

High detergency for removing oils, dirt, and stains

Good compatibility with other surfactants (e.g., LABSA, CAPB, AOS)

Mildness compared to traditional sulfates, making it suitable for skin-contact formulas

Cost-effectiveness, offering strong performance with low dosage

Wide pH adaptability, making formulation easier in diverse product systems

Its versatility makes SLES an essential ingredient in cosmetics, household cleaning, industrial washing, textile wetting/scouring processes, and petroleum drilling fluids.