ALPHA OLEFIN SULFONATE Specification
- Other Names
- Alpha Olefin Sulfonate
- Chemical Name
- Alpha Olefin Sulfonate
- Usage
- In cosmetic and personal care formulations, Alpha Olefin Sulfonate is typically used at 5% to 40% depending on the product type and active matter content. In shampoos, body washes, hand washes, and facial cleansers, usage levels generally range from 5 20% active surfactant. In highly cleansing products and concentrated surfactant systems, concentrations of 15 40% may be used. Alpha Olefin Sulfonate is often combined with amphoteric surfactants such as Cocamidopropyl Betaine to improve mildness and foam quality. The exact usage level should be selected based on the desired cleansing performance, foam characteristics, viscosity, and formulation requirements.
- Main Material
- Alpha Olefin Sulfonate
ALPHA OLEFIN SULFONATE Trade Information
- Minimum Order Quantity
- 1 Kilograms
About ALPHA OLEFIN SULFONATE
Alpha Olefin Sulfonate is a high-foaming anionic surfactant widely used in personal care, cosmetic, and household cleaning formulations. It is produced by sulfonation of alpha olefins followed by neutralization and is available as a liquid or powder form. Alpha Olefin Sulfonate is valued for its excellent detergency, foaming ability, wetting properties, and hard water tolerance. It generates rich, stable foam and provides effective cleansing by removing dirt, oil, and impurities from the skin and hair. Compared to some traditional sulfate surfactants, AOS offers good cleansing performance while maintaining favorable biodegradability characteristics. It is commonly used in shampoos, body washes, facial cleansers, liquid soaps, bubble baths, hand washes, and cleansing bars. Alpha Olefin Sulfonate exhibits good compatibility with other anionic, amphoteric, and nonionic surfactants, making it a versatile ingredient in surfactant systems. It also performs well over a wide pH range and contributes to product stability and consumer appeal through its rich lather and cleansing efficiency.