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Sodium dodecyl sulfate for analysis EMPARTA® ACS

Sodium dodecyl sulfate for analysis EMPARTA® ACS
Category
Product Code
1.94904.0251
HSN Code
98020000
CAS Number
151-21-3
Brand Name
Packing Size
250 g

What is Sodium Dodecyl Sulfate?

Sodium Dodecyl Sulfate (SDS, CAS No. 151-21-3), also known as sodium lauryl sulfate, is an anionic surfactant used in protein separation, electrophoresis, and lab detergents. Lab Chemicals offers high-purity Sodium Dodecyl Sulfate for Analysis EMPARTA® ACS, meeting ACS standards and delivering consistency comparable to sodium dodecyl sulfate Sigma or Sigma Aldrich. Ideal for research, pharmaceutical development, and analytical applications, it ensures reliable performance across molecular biology and sample preparation workflows. 

Key Chemical Properties of Sodium Dodecyl Sulfate

SDS is valued for its amphiphilic structure, enabling its role as both a surfactant and protein denaturant: 

  • Surfactant Nature: Lowers surface tension; improves solubility of hydrophobic compounds 
  • CMC: ~8.2 mM in water at 25°C for effective micelle formation 
  • pH Behavior: Forms slightly acidic to neutral solutions, concentration-dependent 
  • High Solubility: Freely soluble in water, ethanol, and acetone 
  • Strong Foaming Agent: Excellent emulsifying and foaming action 
  • Denaturing Ability: Disrupts non-covalent protein bonds, essential for SDS-PAGE 

These traits make Sodium Dodecyl Sulfate vital in biochemical research and QC labs. 

Molecular Formula and Composition

Understanding SDS’s structure explains its dual hydrophilic-lipophilic behaviour: 

  • Chemical Formula: C₁₂H₂₅NaO₄S 
  • Structure: Composed of a 12-carbon (dodecyl) hydrophobic chain attached to a sulfate group, with a sodium counterion 
  • Molar Mass: 288.38 g/mol 
  • Functional Role: The sulfate head is hydrophilic while the dodecyl tail is hydrophobic, enabling micelle formation in aqueous solutions 

The ionic character and chain length make SDS particularly effective in solubilizing proteins, lipids, and other organic substances. 

Physical Characteristics – Appearance & Handling

This EMPARTA® ACS-grade SDS is carefully manufactured and packaged to maintain stability and ease of handling: 

Attribute  Specification 
Appearance  White, crystalline powder or flakes 
Odor  Faint, soapy odour 
Density  ~1.01 g/cm³ at 20°C 
Melting Point  Approximately 204°C (with decomposition) 
Packaging  Sealed HDPE jars, glass containers, or custom bulk formats from Lab Chemicals 
Storage Conditions  Store in a cool, dry environment away from heat and oxidizing agents 
Handling Notes  Use PPE such as gloves and lab goggles; avoid inhalation of dust and eye contact 

How is EMPARTA® ACS-Grade SDS Manufactured?

High-purity Sodium Dodecyl Sulfate is produced through precise synthesis and purification: 

  • Sulfation: Dodecanol reacts with chlorosulfonic acid or SO₃ to form dodecyl hydrogen sulfate 
  • Neutralization: Converted to SDS using high-purity sodium hydroxide 
  • Crystallization: Filtered and cooled to form SDS crystals 
  • Recrystallization & Drying: Removes residual impurities and moisture 
  • Analytical Validation: Tested for heavy metals, water (Karl Fischer), ignition residue, and UV absorbance 
  • Safe Packaging: Sealed in tamper-proof containers under inert conditions 

Lab Chemicals delivers SDS with purity on par with Sigma Aldrich, under GMP and ISO standards. 

Analytical & Industrial Applications of Sodium Dodecyl Sulfate

SDS is one of the most commonly used surfactants in both routine and advanced research applications: 

1. Biochemical Analysis 

  • SDS-PAGE Electrophoresis: Denatures proteins and provides a uniform negative charge for molecular weight analysis 
  • Protein Solubilization: Disrupts membranes and solubilizes hydrophobic proteins 
  • Enzyme Inactivation: Inactivates enzymes during sample preparation 

 

2. Pharmaceutical and Cosmetic Testing 

  • Ingredient in In Vitro Testing: Mimics surfactant exposure in drug dissolution or permeation models 

3. Analytical Chemistry 

  • Surface Modification: Used in nanoparticle dispersion and synthesis 
  • Sample Clean-up: Enhances extraction and separation of lipophilic contaminants 

4. Industrial Applications 

  • Detergents and Cleaning Solutions: Incorporated into lab-grade cleaning agents for glassware and instruments 
  • Textile and Paper Processing: Acts as a wetting and dispersing agent (in non-EMPARTA industrial grades) 

Choose Lab Chemicals for Reliable SDS Supply

When consistency and performance matter, Sodium Dodecyl Sulfate for Analysis EMPARTA® ACS from Lab Chemicals is your trusted choice. CAS No. 151-21-3, SDS is essential for protein research, electrophoresis, and sample purification. Matching the quality of sodium dodecyl sulfate Sigma Aldrich, our EMPARTA® grade offers high purity in convenient formats. For reliable results in protein science, analytical chemistry, and detergent formulation, choose Lab Chemicals as your go-to SDS supplier. 

Molecular Formula and Composition

Understanding SDS’s structure explains its dual hydrophilic-lipophilic behaviour: 

  • Chemical Formula: C₁₂H₂₅NaO₄S 
  • Structure: Composed of a 12-carbon (dodecyl) hydrophobic chain attached to a sulfate group, with a sodium counterion 
  • Molar Mass: 288.38 g/mol 
  • Functional Role: The sulfate head is hydrophilic while the dodecyl tail is hydrophobic, enabling micelle formation in aqueous solutions 

The ionic character and chain length make SDS particularly effective in solubilizing proteins, lipids, and other organic substances. 

Physical Characteristics – Appearance & Handling

This EMPARTA® ACS-grade SDS is carefully manufactured and packaged to maintain stability and ease of handling: 

Attribute  Specification 
Appearance  White, crystalline powder or flakes 
Odor  Faint, soapy odour 
Density  ~1.01 g/cm³ at 20°C 
Melting Point  Approximately 204°C (with decomposition) 
Packaging  Sealed HDPE jars, glass containers, or custom bulk formats from Lab Chemicals 
Storage Conditions  Store in a cool, dry environment away from heat and oxidizing agents 
Handling Notes  Use PPE such as gloves and lab goggles; avoid inhalation of dust and eye contact 

How is EMPARTA® ACS-Grade SDS Manufactured?

High-purity Sodium Dodecyl Sulfate is produced through precise synthesis and purification: 

  • Sulfation: Dodecanol reacts with chlorosulfonic acid or SO₃ to form dodecyl hydrogen sulfate 
  • Neutralization: Converted to SDS using high-purity sodium hydroxide 
  • Crystallization: Filtered and cooled to form SDS crystals 
  • Recrystallization & Drying: Removes residual impurities and moisture 
  • Analytical Validation: Tested for heavy metals, water (Karl Fischer), ignition residue, and UV absorbance 
  • Safe Packaging: Sealed in tamper-proof containers under inert conditions 

Lab Chemicals delivers SDS with purity on par with Sigma Aldrich, under GMP and ISO standards. 

Analytical & Industrial Applications of Sodium Dodecyl Sulfate

SDS is one of the most commonly used surfactants in both routine and advanced research applications: 

1. Biochemical Analysis 

  • SDS-PAGE Electrophoresis: Denatures proteins and provides a uniform negative charge for molecular weight analysis 
  • Protein Solubilization: Disrupts membranes and solubilizes hydrophobic proteins 
  • Enzyme Inactivation: Inactivates enzymes during sample preparation 

 

2. Pharmaceutical and Cosmetic Testing 

  • Ingredient in In Vitro Testing: Mimics surfactant exposure in drug dissolution or permeation models 

3. Analytical Chemistry 

  • Surface Modification: Used in nanoparticle dispersion and synthesis 
  • Sample Clean-up: Enhances extraction and separation of lipophilic contaminants 

4. Industrial Applications 

  • Detergents and Cleaning Solutions: Incorporated into lab-grade cleaning agents for glassware and instruments 
  • Textile and Paper Processing: Acts as a wetting and dispersing agent (in non-EMPARTA industrial grades) 

Choose Lab Chemicals for Reliable SDS Supply

When consistency and performance matter, Sodium Dodecyl Sulfate for Analysis EMPARTA® ACS from Lab Chemicals is your trusted choice. CAS No. 151-21-3, SDS is essential for protein research, electrophoresis, and sample purification. Matching the quality of sodium dodecyl sulfate Sigma Aldrich, our EMPARTA® grade offers high purity in convenient formats. For reliable results in protein science, analytical chemistry, and detergent formulation, choose Lab Chemicals as your go-to SDS supplier.