
CAS 1643-21-6
:Potassium dodecylsulfonate
Description:
Potassium dodecylsulfonate, with the CAS number 1643-21-6, is an organic compound that belongs to the class of alkyl sulfonates. It is a white to off-white solid that is soluble in water, making it useful in various applications, particularly in surfactant formulations. This compound features a long hydrophobic dodecyl chain, which contributes to its surfactant properties, allowing it to reduce surface tension and enhance wetting, emulsifying, and dispersing capabilities. Potassium dodecylsulfonate is often employed in personal care products, detergents, and industrial cleaning agents due to its ability to stabilize foams and emulsions. Additionally, it exhibits good biodegradability, making it a more environmentally friendly option compared to some other surfactants. Its ionic nature imparts good conductivity in solution, which can be advantageous in certain applications. Overall, potassium dodecylsulfonate is valued for its effectiveness as a surfactant and its relatively low environmental impact.
Formula:C12H26O3S·K
InChI:InChI=1S/C12H26O3S.K/c1-2-3-4-5-6-7-8-9-10-11-12-16(13,14)15;/h2-12H2,1H3,(H,13,14,15);
InChI key:InChIKey=STNXDVQYLMLGRF-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES:C(CCCCCCCCC)CCS(=O)(=O)O.[K]
Synonyms:- Potassium dodecylsulfonate
- 1-Dodecanesulfonic acid, potassium salt (1:1)
- 1-Dodecanesulfonic acid, potassium salt
- Potassium dodecanesulfonate
- Potassium 1-dodecanesulfonate
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