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Rhodacal® A 246 PF

INCI: Sodium Olefin Sulfonate

Overview

SODIUM OLEFINE C14-16 SULFONATE. Rhodacal A-246/PF Process Sulfur Air Sulfur Burner SO2 / SO3 Converter Reactor Cyclone Digester Organic Raw Material Neutralizing Agent Neutralizer Water Hydrolyzer Alpha Olefin Sulphonate Storage Storage Tank 2 x 5 micron Filter Blender Packaging (Truck/Tote/Drum) Water Acid/Base Hydrogen Peroxide SYENSQO ADVANCING HUMANITY

Formulation benefits
  • Excellent detergency
  • Foam Boosting
  • Mild
  • Secondary surfactant
  • Sulfate Free
Applications
ShampooSulfate Free ShampooBody WashBubble BathFacial CleanserLiquid Soap

Formulation snapshot

Typical phase

Water phase

Water-soluble — dispersed into the aqueous phase before emulsification.

Functional role

Surfactant — provides cleansing, foam, or solubilization.

Pairs well with

  • A secondary amphoteric surfactant
  • A mild conditioning agent
  • A thickening salt or gum

Handling watch-outs

  • Check final pH for skin-friendliness, especially with anionic blends.
  • Always validate stability and microbial safety in your finished formula.

Qualitative guidance only. We don't publish use levels — confirm dosage, pH, and compatibility against the supplier technical data sheet and your own stability testing.

Supplier
Solvay
CAS
68439-57-6

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