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Cosmetic Grade Potassium Laurate CAS 10124-65-9 Biodegradable High Purity Potassium Dodecanoate Surfactant
| MOQ: | 500g, 1kg or 25kg for sample, 1000kg for commercial order |
| Price: | Contact us for competitive pricing |
| Standard Packaging: | Net Weight 25kg or 200kg/package |
| Delivery Period: | In 3 working days |
| Payment Method: | T/T,LC,OA |
| Supply Capacity: | 300 Tons/month |
Cosmetic Grade Potassium Laurate
,Biodegradable Potassium Dodecanoate
,High Purity Potassium Laurate
Potassium Laurate, CAS number 10124-65-9, also known as potassium dodecanoate or lauric acid potassium salt, is a high-purity anionic surfactant and soap base derived from the neutralization of lauric acid with potassium hydroxide. It appears as a white to off-white powder, flakes, paste, or concentrated aqueous solution depending on the commercial form.
Potassium laurate is widely valued for its excellent foaming, cleansing, wetting, emulsifying, and dispersing properties. Compared with sodium laurate, potassium laurate has better water solubility and is especially suitable for transparent and high-foam liquid soaps, personal care products, cosmetics, household cleaners, and industrial detergents. It is biodegradable, mild, and compatible with natural and green formulation concepts.
As a potassium-based fatty acid soap, Potassium Laurate CAS 10124-65-9 is one of the preferred ingredients for manufacturers looking for a reliable vegetable-derived surfactant with strong performance and a good environmental profile.
Below is the typical specification for Potassium Laurate CAS 10124-65-9 solid grade. Values may be adjusted according to customer requirements.
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Potassium Laurate |
| CAS Number | 10124-65-9 |
| EINECS / EC Number | 233-344-7 |
| INCI Name | Potassium Laurate |
| Synonyms | Potassium dodecanoate, lauric acid potassium salt |
| Molecular Formula | C12H23KO2 / CH3(CH2)10COOK |
| Molecular Weight | 238.41 g/mol |
| Appearance | White to off-white powder, flakes or granules |
| Purity / Assay | ≥ 98.0% |
| Free Alkali (as KOH) | ≤ 0.5% |
| Water Content (K.F.) | ≤ 1.0% |
| pH (1% aqueous solution, 25°C) | 9.0 – 11.0 |
| Melting Point | Approx. 235 – 245°C |
| Solubility | Soluble in water and ethanol; practically insoluble in non-polar organic solvents |
| Heavy Metals (as Pb) | ≤ 10 ppm |
| Arsenic (As) | ≤ 2 ppm |
| Chloride (Cl) | ≤ 0.1% |
| Storage Stability | Stable under cool, dry and ventilated conditions |
| Shelf Life | 24 months from date of manufacture |
Potassium Laurate CAS 10124-65-9 performs multiple functions in formulations:
- Anionic surfactant & cleansing agent: Effectively reduces surface tension and removes oils, dirt, and impurities from skin and hard surfaces.
- Foaming agent: Produces rich, stable, creamy foam, especially in liquid soap and personal cleansing products.
- Emulsifier: Helps mix oil and water phases, improving product stability in creams, lotions, and emulsion-based cleaners.
- Wetting agent: Improves spreading and penetration on surfaces, textiles, and agricultural formulations.
- Dispersing agent: Keeps solid particles evenly suspended in liquid formulations.
- Solubilizer: Assists in dissolving hydrophobic ingredients in water-based systems.
- Mild alkalinity source: Helps adjust pH and enhance cleaning power.
- Biodegradable surfactant: Supports eco-friendly and green formulation goals.
Potassium Laurate is used across a wide range of industries:
- Liquid hand soap
- Body wash and shower gel
- Facial cleanser
- Shampoo
- Shaving cream and foam
- Natural and organic soap formulations
- Transparent soap products
- Dishwashing liquid
- Laundry detergent
- All-purpose household cleaner
- Floor and surface cleaner
- Liquid soap refills
- Metal cleaning and degreasing agents
- Car wash detergents
- Alkaline industrial cleaners
- Hard surface cleaning formulations
- Textile processing auxiliaries
- Wetting agent and emulsifier for crop protection formulations
- Adjuvant to improve spreading and penetration of agrochemical sprays
- Leather processing
- Paper processing
- Water-based formulations requiring mild anionic surfactants
- Emulsion polymerization aids
Potassium Laurate is typically produced through a saponification / neutralization process:
- Raw material preparation: Lauric acid is obtained from natural vegetable oils such as coconut oil or palm kernel oil.
- Neutralization reaction: Lauric acid is reacted with potassium hydroxide in an aqueous medium under controlled temperature and mixing.
- Reaction: C12H24O2 + KOH → C12H23KO2 + H2O
- pH and quality adjustment: Free alkali, pH, and active content are carefully monitored and adjusted.
- Finishing: The product is then dried, flaked, granulated, or adjusted to a concentrated liquid/paste form according to customer requirements.
- Quality control and packaging: Final product is tested for purity, pH, moisture, heavy metals, and other specifications before packaging.
- High purity and stable quality: Potassium Laurate CAS 10124-65-9 with purity ≥ 98%, low free alkali and low impurities.
- Factory direct supply: Reliable manufacturer and supplier with large production capacity.
- Multiple forms available: Powder, flakes, granules, paste, and liquid concentrate.
- Customization and OEM/ODM support: We can adjust specifications, packaging, and labeling according to customer needs.
- Complete documentation: COA, MSDS/TDS, and technical support available.
- Global logistics: Fast and safe delivery to customers worldwide.
- Competitive pricing: Direct factory pricing with reliable long-term supply.
- Certified quality management: ISO 9001 and related international standards.
- Free sample available: Samples can be provided for testing and evaluation.
The CAS number is 10124-65-9. The product is also known as potassium dodecanoate or lauric acid potassium salt.
Potassium Laurate is typically a white to off-white powder, flakes, or granules. It is soluble in water and ethanol, forming clear to slightly turbid alkaline solutions. It is practically insoluble in non-polar organic solvents.
It is mainly used as an anionic surfactant, foaming agent, emulsifier, and cleansing agent in liquid soaps, body washes, shampoos, household detergents, industrial cleaners, agrochemical adjuvants, and other applications.
Potassium Laurate is generally considered safe for use in rinse-off cosmetic and personal care products when formulated according to regulations. It is alkaline and may cause eye or skin irritation at high concentrations. Proper handling procedures should be followed.
Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from strong acids, strong oxidizers, and direct sunlight. Keep containers tightly closed. Shelf life is typically 24 months under recommended storage conditions.
Potassium Laurate has better water solubility and is commonly used in liquid and transparent soap formulations. Sodium Laurate is less water-soluble and is often used in solid bar soaps.
Yes, we offer free or small quantity samples for laboratory evaluation. Please contact us with your specific requirements.
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