Sodium Tridecyl Sulfate

AKA “Tridecyl sodium sulfate, Sodium tridecyl sulphate, 1-Tridecanol, hydrogen sulfate, sodium salt, UNII-JT30S80YR4, RHODAPON TDS, HSDB 5912”

Synthetic

Ingredient Facts

Sodium tridecyl sulfate

AKA: Tridecyl sodium sulfate, Sodium tridecyl sulphate, 1-Tridecanol, Hydrogen sulfate, Sodium salt, UNII-JT30S80YR4, RHODAPON TDS, HSDB 5912

Synthetic · Cleansing · EWG: 4

Synthetic

Cleanser

Emulsifier

Synthetic

Clean

A gentle cleansing agent that removes dirt and oil while creating a light, airy lather. Helps blend water and oil-based ingredients for smooth product texture.

Formula

C13H27NaO4S

Mol. Weight

302.41

CAS #

3026-63-9

Form

Powder

State

White powder; [MSDSonline]

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Functions

Cleansing

Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.

Foaming

Cleansing

Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.

Emulsifying

Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.

Surfactant Cleansing

Surfactant Emulsifying

Anti-Inflammatory

Antimicrobial

Fights Acne

Removes dirt and impurities

Creates cleansing foam

Lifts away dirt and oil

Mixes oil and water

Traditional Use

A synthetic anionic surfactant developed in the 20th century for detergent and cleansing formulations. It was designed to provide improved cleansing performance compared to traditional natural soap.