Hostapur OS Liquid – Sodium C14-16 Alpha Olefin Sulfonate

Description

Hostapur Liquid is a surfactant (surface-active agent) used mainly in cleaning formulations, personal care, and industrial applications.

Chemical Identity:

INCI / Chemical Name: Sodium C14-16 Alpha Olefin Sulfonate
Type: Anionic surfactant
Appearance: Clear to slightly yellow liquid
Active Matter: Typically ≈ 38–45%
pH (10% solution): ~7–9

Solubility: Completely soluble in water

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Description:

Hostapur OS Liquid is a high-performance anionic surfactant with excellent detergency, foaming, and wetting properties. It’s biodegradable and compatible with most other anionic and nonionic surfactants.

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⚙️ Functions & Benefits:

• High foam production and stability

• Excellent cleaning and emulsifying power

• Provides rich lather in shampoos and cleansers

• Compatible with hard water

• Enhances viscosity control in blends

• Readily biodegradable

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Main Functions:

Hydrotrope — improves solubility of surfactants, essential oils, and fragrances in formulations

Boosts detergent performance

Helps control viscosity (especially in formulations thickened with salt or gums)

Can reduce cloudiness in concentrated cleaners

🧼 Typical Applications:
Application Function
Dishwashing liquid Solubilizer + viscosity modifier
Liquid detergents Improves clarity and stability
Shampoos & body washes Hydrotrope and foam stabilizer
All-purpose cleaners Boosts cleaning power
Car shampoos Keeps formula clear and stable

Formulation Use Level:

0.5 – 5% in personal care (shampoos, body washes)

1 – 10% in household cleaners and detergents

ACTIVE SURFACTANT MATTER

40-42%

 

Advantages:

Enhances clarity in concentrated formulas

Compatible with anionic, nonionic, and amphoteric surfactants

Stable over wide pH range

Improves fragrance solubility