Dihexyl Sodium Sulfosuccinate
AKA “Butanedioic acid, 4-bis(1-methylpentyl) ester, sodium salt, Bis(1-methylamyl) sodium sulfosuccinate, Aerosol MA, LANKROPOL KMA, ALPHASOL MA, di-2-hexyl sodium sulfosuccinate”
Synthetic
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Ingredient Facts
Dihexyl sodium sulfosuccinate
AKA: Butanedioic acid, 4-bis(1-methylpentyl) ester, Sodium salt, Bis(1-methylamyl) sodium sulfosuccinate, Aerosol MA, LANKROPOL KMA, ALPHASOL MA, Di-2-hexyl sodium sulfosuccinate
Synthetic · Cleansing | Surfactant - Cleansing | Surfactant - Foam Boosting | Surfactant - Hydrotrope · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived
Cleanser
Synthetic
Clean
A gentle cleanser that removes dirt and oil while creating a rich, foamy lather. Helps keep formulas stable and effective.
Formula
C16H29NaO7S
Mol. Weight
388.50
CAS #
6001-97-4
Form
Liquid
Plant-Derived
Synthetic. Derived from maleic anhydride and hexyl alcohol, belonging to the sulfosuccinate ester chemical family. Synthesized through esterification of maleic anhydride with hexyl alcohol, followed by sulfonation.
Function
Cleansing | Surfactant - Cleansing | Surfactant - Foam Boosting | Surfactant - Hydrotrope
Benefits
Removes Impurities
Cleansing Surfactant
Boosts Lather
Surfactant Hydrotrope
Antioxidant Protection
Reduces Inflammation
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
Synthetic surfactant created for mild cleansing formulations in cosmetics. Developed as an alternative to harsher sulfates with reduced skin irritation potential.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Target
General
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy Safe
Yes
Verified Feb 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR