AOS (Alpha Olefin Sulfonate) is a premium-grade chemical recognized for its efficacy and reliability. AOS is a mild anionic surfactant offering excellent foaming, wetting, and emulsifying properties. Sourced and processed to meet the highest industry standards, it delivers consistent performance in demanding applications. Its exceptional properties make it a preferred choice for professionals seeking efficiency and stability in their processes.
Our commitment to quality ensures that every batch is rigorously tested for purity, ensuring you get the exact specifications required for your specific needs.
| Property | Specification |
|---|---|
| Product Name | AOS (Alpha Olefin Sulfonate) |
| CAS No | 68439-57-6 |
| Chemical Name/Synonyms | Sodium Alpha Olefin Sulfonate; AOS; Olefin Sulfonate |
| Chemical Formula | CnH(2n-1)SO₃Na (n=14–16) |
| Appearance (Color) | White to off-white powder or light yellow liquid |
| Molecular Weight | ~315–343 g/mol |
| HS Code | 3402.39 |
| TSCA Inventory | Active |
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| Property | Typical Classification |
|---|---|
| GHS Signal Word | Danger |
| GHS Pictograms | Corrosion (GHS05) |
| UN Number | Not regulated as dangerous goods |
Typical U.S. classification for this product: label elements under OSHA’s Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200) and transport under U.S. DOT (49 CFR 172.101), compiled from manufacturers’ safety data sheets and harmonised GHS classifications, checked October 2026. Environmental hazards are shown for information; the OSHA label does not cover them. Classification can differ by supplier, grade and concentration: the supplier’s U.S.-format SDS, sent with your quote, is the governing document.
Reduces surface tension to lift soils, oils, and particulate matter effectively.
Provides rapid wetting of substrates, ensuring uniform coverage of solutions.
Stabilizes oil-in-water emulsions, critical for formulated cleaning products.
Generates rich, stable foam enhancing the sensory profile of personal care items.
Highly compatible with builders, polymers, and other surfactant classes.
Formulated to meet environmental standards with excellent biodegradation profiles.
We find the right Indian manufacturer for your grade, quantity and target price. Around that, use the services you need:
Before we recommend a manufacturer, we check it in five layers: its documents (COA, SDS, certifications), its business license and IEC status with India’s DGFT, its standing with our industry contacts, an in-person visit to the facility, and its export record.
Want proof that the batch matches its COA before it ships? We collect samples at the factory or port and coordinate testing for purity, grade and contaminants at accredited third-party laboratories. Lab fees are passed through at cost.
We coordinate the paperwork (commercial invoice, packing list, certificate of origin, bill of lading, SDS and COA), compliant packaging and labeling, and the freight forwarder, from export clearance in India to customs entry in the U.S., as your one point of contact.
Our American-led team in India can be at a supplier’s site, check its machinery and real capacity, sit in on negotiations and review documents in person, then report back to you directly, with photos and video from the factory floor.
Going the other way? If you make a specialty chemical or industrial product and want to sell it in India, we provide the on-ground presence and industry network to open that market.
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Consistent quality and international standards.
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Flexible packaging options as per requirement.
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