murphySodium Dodecylbenzenesulfonate
AKA: Abeson nam, Dodecyl benzenesulfonic acid, Sodium salt, Santomerse 3, Sulframin 85, Sulfapolu, Sulfuril, Sulfaril paste, Ultrawet KX, Ultrawet SK
Synthetic
Cleanser
Clean
OriginDerived from petroleum-based hydrocarbons or synthetic organic compounds in the alkylbenzenesulfonate chemical family. Synthesized through sulfonation of dodecylbenzene, followed by neutralization with sodium hydroxide or sodium carbonate.
Sodium dodecylbenzenesulphonate
Solubility 5 to 10 mg/mL at 66 °F (NTP, 1992)
Formula
C18H29NaO3S
Mol. Weight
348.50
CAS #
25155-30-0
Form
Liquid
State
Sodium dodecylbenzenesulfonate is a white to light yellow flakes, granules or powder. It is soluble in water. The primary hazard is the threat to the environment. Immediate steps should be taken to li
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Cleansing
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
Cleansing
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
Removes Impurities
Cleansing Surfactant
Antioxidant Protection
Reduces Inflammation
Fights Bacteria
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewednone on file
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed3 reviews →
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR