Sodium Cumene Sulfonate (SCS) is a high-performance hydrotrope that improves formulation stability and solubility while providing consistent performance in industrial and household cleaning applications. It meets stringent quality standards and is a reliable choice for efficient, scalable formulations.

| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Clear Colorless to Pale Yellow Liquid |
| Sodium Sulphate | NMT 2.0% |
| Specific Gravity at 25°C | 1.14-1.16 |
| pH (2.5 % Aq. Solution) | 7.00-9.00 |
| Active Content (%) | 39%-41% |



Dolphin Pharmaceutical Private Limited manufactures and supplies Sodium Cumene Sulfonate for a range of industrial and formulation applications. The product is available in both liquid and powder forms, allowing customers to select a grade according to their manufacturing process and formulation requirements.
Sodium Cumene Sulfonate is commonly used as a hydrotrope, solubilizer, coupling agent, and formulation aid. It can help improve the compatibility and solubility of different ingredients in cleaning products and other chemical formulations.
Our available grades include Sodium Cumene Sulfonate 40% Liquid and Sodium Cumene Sulfonate 90% Powder. These grades are used in areas such as detergents, industrial cleaning products, textile processing, agricultural formulations, paints and coatings, and other specialty chemical applications.
Dolphin Pharmaceutical focuses on consistent product quality, suitable packaging, reliable supply, and customer-specific requirements for domestic as well as international buyers.
Sodium Cumene Sulfonate Grades
We offer Sodium Cumene Sulfonate in two commonly required forms:
Sodium Cumene Sulfonate 40% – Liquid
Sodium Cumene Sulfonate 40% is supplied as a liquid grade and is convenient for formulations where a ready-to-use hydrotrope or solubilizing ingredient is preferred.
It can be used in liquid detergents, household cleaners, industrial cleaning formulations, and other aqueous systems. The liquid grade can help maintain the compatibility of different formulation ingredients and support the preparation of concentrated cleaning products.
Product Code: SCSDOL-40%
Sodium Cumene Sulfonate 90% – Powder
Sodium Cumene Sulfonate 90% is supplied in powder form for applications where a dry ingredient is preferred. It can be incorporated into powdered detergent and cleaning formulations and may also be used in selected industrial formulations.
The powder grade is useful where storage, handling, and manufacturing processes are designed around dry raw materials.
Product Code: SCSDOL-90%
Chemical Names of Sodium Cumene Sulfonate
Sodium Cumene Sulfonate may be identified by several chemical names, including:
The product is also commonly referred to as SCS in industrial and formulation applications.
What Does Sodium Cumene Sulfonate Do?
Sodium Cumene Sulfonate is mainly valued for its ability to support the formulation of products containing ingredients with different solubility characteristics.
Depending on the formulation, it can perform functions such as
Hydrotrope
Sodium Cumene Sulfonate can improve the solubility and compatibility of certain ingredients in water-based formulations. This makes it useful in liquid detergents and cleaning products containing surfactants and other formulation components.
Solubilizer
It can assist in keeping selected ingredients evenly incorporated within a formulation. This is particularly useful when a product contains components that do not dissolve readily in water.
Coupling Agent
SCS can help improve compatibility between different components of a formulation. This can contribute to a more uniform and stable finished product when used at a suitable level.
Viscosity Control
In some cleaning formulations, Sodium Cumene Sulfonate can help manage viscosity and make concentrated products easier to process or handle.
Dispersing Aid
The material can also have a role in formulations where improved distribution of certain ingredients is required.
The exact performance of Sodium Cumene Sulfonate depends on the formulation, concentration, raw materials, processing conditions, and other ingredients used in the final product.
Sodium Cumene Sulfonate is used across several industrial and formulation sectors. Its application is mainly related to solubility, compatibility, dispersion, and formulation performance.
1. Detergents and Household Cleaning Products
One of the important uses of Sodium Cumene Sulfonate is in detergent and cleaning formulations.
In liquid detergents and household cleaners, it can function as a hydrotrope and help improve the incorporation of surfactants and other ingredients into water-based systems. It can be particularly useful in concentrated formulations where maintaining a uniform product is important.
SCS may be used in products such as
It can also support the formulation of products containing fragrances, surfactants, and other ingredients with limited water solubility.
2. Industrial Cleaning and Degreasing
Industrial cleaning products often contain combinations of surfactants, solvents, builders, and other active ingredients. Sodium Cumene Sulfonate can be incorporated into suitable formulations to help improve the compatibility and solubility of these components.
The powder grade can be considered for dry cleaning and degreasing formulations, while the liquid grade is suitable for various water-based systems.
Potential areas of use include cleaning products for:
The final formulation should be evaluated for its intended cleaning process and operating conditions.
3. Textile Processing
Sodium Cumene Sulfonate can be used as a formulation aid in selected textile processing applications.
In dyeing and printing formulations, suitable hydrotropes and solubilizing agents can help improve the distribution of formulation ingredients in aqueous systems. SCS may therefore be used where better wetting, dispersion, or compatibility of ingredients is required.
Its use can support more consistent processing when incorporated into an appropriately designed textile formulation.
4. Agricultural Formulations
Sodium Cumene Sulfonate may be used as a formulation aid in certain agricultural chemical products.
In pesticide and herbicide formulations, it can assist with the dispersion or solubility of selected formulation components. This can help produce a more uniform aqueous mixture when the material is used at an appropriate concentration.
The suitability of SCS for a particular agricultural formulation should be determined through formulation testing and applicable regulatory requirements.
5. Oil and Gas Applications
Sodium Cumene Sulfonate has also been used in selected oil and gas-related formulations where solubility and compatibility of formulation ingredients are important.
It may be considered for applications involving cleaning or treatment formulations and drilling-fluid systems, depending on the specific formulation requirements.
Performance in oilfield applications depends on factors such as temperature, salinity, composition, concentration, and the other chemicals present in the system.
6. Personal Care and Cosmetic Formulations
Sodium Cumene Sulfonate can be considered for certain formulation applications where a solubilizing or dispersing function is required.
Its suitability depends on the finished product, ingredient compatibility, intended use, and applicable regulatory requirements. Formulators should evaluate the appropriate grade and use level before incorporating the material into a personal care product.
7. Paints and Coatings
In paints and coating formulations, dispersion of pigments and other solid ingredients is an important part of the manufacturing process.
Sodium Cumene Sulfonate may be used in selected systems as a formulation aid to support the distribution of ingredients. Its suitability depends on the coating chemistry and the requirements of the finished product.
Sodium Cumene Sulfonate 40% Liquid
Sodium Cumene Sulfonate 40% Liquid is suitable for manufacturers that work primarily with liquid and water-based formulations.
The liquid form can simplify incorporation into manufacturing systems where a liquid raw material is preferred. It can be used as a hydrotrope or solubilizing aid in suitable detergent and cleaning formulations.
Common areas where the liquid grade may be considered include:
The required addition level should be determined according to the formulation and the desired performance.
Sodium Cumene Sulfonate 90% Powder
Sodium Cumene Sulfonate 90% Powder is intended for applications where a dry raw material is more suitable for the manufacturing process.
It can be incorporated into powdered detergent and cleaning products and may also be considered for other dry formulations requiring a hydrotropic or formulation-supporting ingredient.
Potential applications include:
The powder should be handled under appropriate conditions to maintain its quality during storage and processing.
Storage and Handling of Sodium Cumene Sulfonate
Proper storage is important for maintaining the quality of Sodium Cumene Sulfonate, particularly for the liquid grade.
The material should be:
The liquid product may crystallize at around 7°C and can form a precipitate when exposed to low temperatures during storage. For this reason, suitable temperature control should be maintained during storage and transportation.
Before use, customers should follow the applicable product handling and storage recommendations for their specific grade.
Quality and Product Consistency
For industrial buyers, consistent raw material quality is important because changes in chemical materials can affect the performance of the finished formulation.
Dolphin Pharmaceutical focuses on controlled manufacturing practices, product consistency, quality checks, and suitable handling of Sodium Cumene Sulfonate during production and supply.
The company supplies both Sodium Cumene Sulfonate 40% Liquid and Sodium Cumene Sulfonate 90% Powder to customers requiring these grades for different manufacturing applications.
Product requirements, packaging, and supply arrangements can be discussed according to the buyer's application and order requirements.
Sodium Cumene Sulfonate Manufacturer and Supplier in India
Dolphin Pharmaceutical Private Limited supplies Sodium Cumene Sulfonate for customers looking for a reliable Sodium Cumene Sulfonate Manufacturer and Supplier in India.
With experience in pharmaceutical, intermediate, and specialty chemical manufacturing, the company serves businesses that require chemical raw materials for industrial and formulation applications.
Our Sodium Cumene Sulfonate range includes both liquid and powder grades, giving customers flexibility when selecting a product for their manufacturing process.
For buyers, important considerations can include product grade, concentration, physical form, packaging, quantity, application requirements, and delivery location. These details can be discussed with the supply team before placing an order.
What is Sodium Cumene Sulfonate?
Sodium Cumene Sulfonate is a sulfonate-based chemical commonly used as a hydrotrope, solubilizer, and formulation aid. It is widely associated with detergent, cleaning, and other industrial formulations.
What grades of Sodium Cumene Sulfonate are available?
Dolphin Pharmaceutical offers Sodium Cumene Sulfonate 40% Liquid and Sodium Cumene Sulfonate 90% Powder.
What is Sodium Cumene Sulfonate 40% used for?
The 40% liquid grade can be used in suitable liquid and water-based formulations, including detergents, household cleaners, industrial cleaners, and selected specialty chemical formulations.
What is Sodium Cumene Sulfonate 90% Powder used for?
The 90% powder grade can be used in dry formulations such as powder detergents, cleaning powders, and other applications where a powdered hydrotropic or formulation aid is required.
Why is Sodium Cumene Sulfonate used in detergents?
It can help improve the solubility and compatibility of different ingredients in detergent formulations. It is particularly useful as a hydrotrope in suitable liquid cleaning systems.
How should Sodium Cumene Sulfonate liquid be stored?
The liquid grade should be stored in a covered, dry, well-ventilated area and protected from freezing. Storage above approximately 10°C is recommended because the material can crystallize at lower temperatures.
Can Sodium Cumene Sulfonate be used in industrial cleaners?
Yes. Sodium Cumene Sulfonate can be incorporated into suitable industrial cleaning and degreasing formulations as a hydrotrope, solubilizing agent, or formulation aid.
How can I purchase Sodium Cumene Sulfonate from Dolphin Pharmaceutical?
Buyers can contact Dolphin Pharmaceutical with their required grade, quantity, packaging preference, application, and delivery requirements to discuss product availability and supply options.
Choose a Suitable Sodium Cumene Sulfonate Grade
Selecting the right grade depends on the manufacturing process and the type of finished product being produced. Sodium Cumene Sulfonate 40% Liquid is suitable for many liquid formulations, while Sodium Cumene Sulfonate 90% Powder is designed for applications where a dry form is preferred.
Dolphin Pharmaceutical supplies Sodium Cumene Sulfonate for customers across different industrial sectors. If you are looking for a Sodium Cumene Sulfonate Manufacturer, supplier, or Exporter in India, you can discuss your required grade, quantity, packaging, and application with the company to identify the appropriate product for your needs.

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