Tea-Lauryl Sulfate

Description

Tea-Lauryl Sulfate · CAS 139-96-8 · C12H26O4S.C6H15NO3. UNII E8458C1KAA.

Identification

CAS Registry Number	139-96-8
PubChem CID	8777
Molecular formula	C12H26O4S.C6H15NO3
IUPAC name	2-[bis(2-hydroxyethyl)amino]ethanol;dodecyl hydrogen sulfate
UNII (FDA)	E8458C1KAA

Computed Descriptors

Molecular Weight	415.6
Hydrogen Bond Donor Count	4
Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count	8
Rotatable Bond Count	18
Exact Mass	415.26037382
Monoisotopic Mass	415.26037382
Topological Polar Surface Area	136
Heavy Atom Count	27
Formal Charge	0
Complexity	299

Physical description & handling notes

• Dodecyl sulfate, [triethanolamine salt] is a colorless liquid with a mild odor, Sinks and mixes with water. (USCG, 1999)
• Liquid
• Liquid or paste; [HSDB] Colorless liquid; [CAMEO] 40% aqueous solution: Pale yellow liquid; [MSDSonline]
• LIQUID OR PASTE
• greater than 1.1 at 68 °F (est.) (USCG, 1999)
• Liquid density = 8.8 lbs/gal

Regulatory Status

Regulatory & Food Contact	CIR / INCI: Cosmetic ingredients (TEA-Lauryl Sulfate) -> CIR (Cosmetic Ingredient Review) CIR / INCI: Foaming; Surfactant; Cleansing; Emulsifying

GHS Hazard Classification

Reported hazard statements	H315 (97.9%), H318 (87.2%), H319 (10.7%)

Documented Uses

• CIR ingredient: TEA-Lauryl Sulfate
• Used as surfactant for firefighting foams, textile auxiliary and dye dispersant, wetting, foaming, and dispersing agent (industrial, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals), detergent (hair dyes, cosmetics, and industrial and household cleaners), and emulsifier in emulsion polymerizations; [HSDB] Used for refining and processing of metals; [IUCLID]
• Textiles (Printing, Dyeing, or Finishing) [Category: Industry]
• Dressing Hair [Category: Other]
• Metal Extraction and Refining [Category: Industry]
• Surfactant for fire fighting foams, textile auxiliary.

Synonyms

TRIETHANOLAMINE LAURYL SULFATE; 139-96-8; Drene; TEA-Lauryl sulfate; Texapon TH; Tea lauryl sulfate; Sterling wat; Sulfetal lt; Dodecyl sulfate triethanolamine salt; Standapol T; Propaste T; Richonol T; Akyposal TLS; Cycloryl WAT; Maprofix TLS; Stepanol WAT

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the CAS number and molecular formula of Tea-Lauryl Sulfate?

CAS 139-96-8; molecular formula C12H26O4S.C6H15NO3; molecular weight — g/mol.

What other names is Tea-Lauryl Sulfate known by?

TRIETHANOLAMINE LAURYL SULFATE, 139-96-8, Drene, TEA-Lauryl sulfate, Texapon TH, Tea lauryl sulfate.

What is the regulatory status of Tea-Lauryl Sulfate?

Documented regulatory listings: CIR / INCI: Cosmetic ingredients (TEA-Lauryl Sulfate) -> CIR (Cosmetic Ingredient Review); CIR / INCI: Foaming; Surfactant; Cleansing; Emulsifying.

Is Tea-Lauryl Sulfate classified as hazardous?

Hazard statements reported: H315, H318, H319.

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