AOS - Alpha Olefin Sulfonate
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AOS - Alpha Olefin Sulfonate (C₁₄-₁₆)

Premium anionic surfactant engineered for exceptional performance in demanding cleaning applications. Our AOS delivers superior detergency, excellent hard water tolerance, and outstanding foam stability across diverse formulation requirements from industrial cleaning to personal care products.

  • 92-95% Active Matter Content
  • Exceptional Hard Water Performance
  • Superior Detergency & Foam Stability
  • Readily Biodegradable (OECD 301)
  • Low Salt & Dioxane Content
  • FDA Approved Grades Available
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Technical Specifications

Chemical Formula: C₁₄-₁₆H₂₇-₃₁SO₃Na
CAS Number: 68439-57-6
EINECS Number: 270-407-8
Active Matter: 92-95% min
Physical State: White to off-white paste/powder
pH (10% solution): 7.5-9.5
Salt Content (NaCl): ≤ 1.5%
Free Oil Content: ≤ 2.0%
Moisture Content: ≤ 3.0%
Color (5% solution): ≤ 30 Klett units
Surface Tension (0.1%): ≤ 30 mN/m (25°C)
CMC (Critical Micelle Concentration): 2.0-2.5 mM (25°C)
HLB Value: 15-17
Biodegradability: >90% (OECD 301D)
Dioxane Content: ≤ 10 ppm
Heavy Metals (as Pb): ≤ 20 ppm
UN Number: UN 3077 (Environmentally hazardous substance, solid, n.o.s.)
Packaging Options: 25kg PE bags, 170kg steel drums, 1000kg bulk bags

Applications

Heavy-Duty Laundry Detergents
Industrial & Institutional Cleaning
Personal Care & Cosmetics
Automotive Car Wash Systems
Household Liquid Cleaners
Emulsification & Dispersion
Carpet & Upholstery Cleaners
Commercial Dishwashing
Metal Degreasing Solutions
Agricultural Adjuvants
Fire Fighting Foam Concentrates
Oilfield Chemical Applications

Industry-Specific Grades

DRAVYOM offers specialized AOS grades tailored for specific industry requirements, ensuring optimal surfactant performance and regulatory compliance across diverse applications.

Household Grade
Active Matter: 92-94% Free Oil: ≤ 2.0% Dioxane: ≤ 10 ppm Application: Laundry detergents, household cleaners
Industrial Grade
Active Matter: 94-95% Salt Content: ≤ 1.0% Color: ≤ 20 Klett units Application: Industrial cleaning, degreasing
Personal Care Grade
Active Matter: 93-95% Heavy Metals: ≤ 10 ppm Dioxane: ≤ 5 ppm Application: Shampoos, body wash, cosmetics
Specialty Grade
Active Matter: 95% minimum Free Oil: ≤ 1.0% Moisture: ≤ 2.0% Application: Emulsification, oilfield chemicals

Quality Standards

DRAVYOM's Alpha Olefin Sulfonate is manufactured under stringent quality control protocols, meeting international surfactant industry standards including FDA, REACH, and China IECSC compliance. Our advanced analytical testing ensures consistent performance characteristics and regulatory adherence.

ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management
REACH & FDA Compliant
92-95% Active Matter Guaranteed
Advanced Analytical Testing
OECD 301D Biodegradable
Consistent Batch Performance
Complete Certificate of Analysis
Temperature-Controlled Logistics

Advanced Chemical Properties & Performance

DRAVYOM's AOS exhibits exceptional physicochemical properties that distinguish it from conventional surfactants. The unique molecular structure provides superior interfacial activity, enhanced detergency, and remarkable stability across diverse operating conditions.

Surface Activity Properties
Critical Micelle Concentration: 2.0-2.5 mM (25°C)
Surface Tension Reduction: ≤ 30 mN/m at CMC
Interfacial Tension (vs. hexane): ≤ 5 mN/m
Wetting Time (canvas disc): ≤ 10 seconds at 0.1%
Foam Characteristics
Foam Height (Ross-Miles): 180-220mm initial
Foam Stability (5 min): ≥ 85% retention
Foam Density: 0.08-0.12 g/cm³
Temperature Stability: Effective 5-80°C
Hard Water Performance
Calcium Tolerance: Up to 500ppm CaCO₃
Magnesium Tolerance: Up to 300ppm MgCO₃
Detergency Retention: ≥ 90% at 300ppm hardness
Precipitation Point: >800ppm total hardness
Chemical Compatibility
Enzyme Compatibility: Protease, lipase, amylase stable
Bleach Stability: Stable with hypochlorite, H₂O₂
Builder Synergy: Enhanced with phosphates, zeolites
Chelant Compatibility: EDTA, phosphonates compatible
Thermal & pH Stability
Thermal Stability: Stable up to 85°C for 30 min
pH Range (effective): 6.0-11.0 optimal performance
Hydrolysis Resistance: Excellent in alkaline conditions
Storage Stability: 24 months at ambient conditions
Environmental Properties
Biodegradability: >90% in 28 days (OECD 301D)
Aquatic Toxicity (LC50): >100 mg/L (fish, 96h)
Bioaccumulation: Low potential (log Kow < 3)
Sewage Treatment Impact: No inhibition at use levels

Performance Characteristics

Detailed performance metrics demonstrate AOS superiority in demanding cleaning applications with excellent foam profile, superior hard water tolerance, and consistent cleaning efficiency across pH ranges.

Detergency Performance

Sebum soil removal: 95-98% (10°C-40°C)

Superior cold water cleaning
Foam Characteristics

Foam height: 180-220mm (Ross-Miles)

Excellent foam stability
Hard Water Tolerance

Effective up to 300ppm CaCO₃

Maintains performance in hard water
pH Stability

Stable performance: pH 6.0-10.0

Wide pH application range
Temperature Range

Effective: 5°C to 80°C

Versatile temperature application
Shelf Stability

24 months under proper storage

Extended product lifecycle

Safety Information

Mild irritant to eyes and skin. Generally safe when used as directed. Handle with standard safety precautions and avoid prolonged skin contact with concentrated solutions. Use appropriate personal protective equipment when handling bulk quantities.

Eye Irritant
Skin Irritant
Biodegradable

Storage & Handling

Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Keep containers tightly closed and protect from moisture. Use standard industrial hygiene practices during handling and ensure adequate ventilation in work areas.

Cool, dry storage (15-25°C)
Protect from direct sunlight
Moisture protection required
Adequate ventilation

Chemical Mechanisms & Reaction Pathways

Alpha Olefin Sulfonate exhibits unique surfactant properties through its branched alkyl chain structure, providing exceptional surface activity and detergency performance compared to linear surfactants.

Molecular Structure

Linear alpha olefin sulfonate with C₁₄-C₁₆ carbon chain

Optimized hydrophobic-hydrophilic balance
Surface Activity

CMC: 2.0-2.5 mM, Surface tension reduction: 35-40 mN/m

Excellent surface tension reduction
Micelle Formation

Spherical micelles with high solubilization capacity

Enhanced soil suspension
Ionic Behavior

Anionic character with excellent electrolyte tolerance

Stable in high ionic strength

Regulatory Compliance & Documentation

Comprehensive regulatory compliance ensures global market access with complete documentation packages supporting international trade and detergent industry application approval processes.

ASTM Standards

American Standard specifications for surfactant products

Detergent Safety

EPA/EU detergent regulation compliant formulations

INCI Listing

International Nomenclature of Cosmetic Ingredients approved

Biodegradability Certification

OECD 301D readily biodegradable classification

REACH Registration

European Union chemical regulation compliance

SDS Documentation

Multi-language Safety Data Sheets (16 sections, GHS compliant)

Technical Support & Value-Added Services

DRAVYOM's technical team provides comprehensive formulation support, personal care development assistance, and analytical services to optimize SLES performance in your specific cosmetic and personal care applications.

Formulation Development
  • Custom personal care formulation assistance
  • Compatibility testing with actives and conditioners
  • Performance optimization consulting
  • Regulatory guidance for cosmetic applications
Analytical Services
  • Active matter and purity determination
  • Dioxane content verification and profiling
  • Mildness and irritation testing protocols
  • Custom analytical method development
Application Support
  • Personal care process optimization
  • Troubleshooting formulation issues
  • Training and educational workshops
  • Market trend analysis and insights
Logistics & Supply Chain
  • Just-in-time delivery programs
  • Temperature-controlled logistics
  • Global distribution coordination
  • Emergency supply arrangements

Environmental Impact & Sustainability

Our SLES production prioritizes environmental responsibility through sustainable manufacturing practices, renewable feedstock utilization, and comprehensive lifecycle assessment optimization.

Biodegradability

Readily biodegradable (>90% in 28 days, OECD 301D)

Aquatic Safety

Low ecotoxicity profile, marine environment safe

Renewable Source

Derived from sustainable palm and coconut oils

Green Manufacturing

Energy-efficient sulfonation process technology

Carbon Footprint

Optimized supply chain reduces transportation emissions

ISO 14001

Environmental management system certified

Manufacturing Excellence & Quality Control

DRAVYOM's state-of-the-art manufacturing facility employs advanced sulfonation technology and continuous monitoring systems to ensure consistent AOS quality and performance across all production batches.

Production Process

Continuous sulfonation of alpha olefins with SO₃ gas in falling film reactors

Precise temperature and residence time control
Quality Testing

17-point analytical testing protocol including active matter, pH, color, and impurities

Real-time monitoring and batch release protocols
Safety Systems

Automated safety interlocks, emergency shutdown systems, and containment protocols

HAZOP studies and risk assessment compliance
Waste Management

Zero liquid discharge with advanced wastewater treatment systems

Environmental impact minimization protocols

Market Applications & Performance Data

Comprehensive market analysis and performance data demonstrating AOS effectiveness across diverse applications with quantified performance metrics and customer success stories.

Detergent Manufacturing
Market Share: 35% of global surfactant consumption Performance: 95-98% cleaning efficiency Cost Efficiency: 20% reduction vs. alternative surfactants
Personal Care
Applications: Shampoos, body wash, facial cleansers Safety Index: Zero irritation incidents reported Customer Satisfaction: 97% retention rate
Industrial Cleaning
Quality: Superior degreasing performance Regulatory: 100% compliance audit pass rate Supply Reliability: 99.8% on-time delivery

DRAVYOM Competitive Advantages

Superior Quality

Consistently exceeds 92-95% active matter with minimal impurities and exceptional surfactant performance

Reliable Supply

Strategic inventory management and multiple production facilities ensure uninterrupted supply chains

Technical Expertise

Dedicated surfactant R&D team provides formulation support and application development services

Sustainability Focus

Environmentally responsible production with renewable feedstock and biodegradable formulations

Global Reach

International distribution network with local technical support and regulatory expertise

Partnership Approach

Collaborative development partnerships with long-term customer relationships and custom solutions