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STEPAN-MILD® PCL

INCI: Sodium Methyl 2-Sulfolaurate (and) Disodium 2-Sulfolaurate (and) Sodium Lauryl Sulfoacetate

Overview

Clear, yellow liquid surfactant with complete water solubility

Formulation benefits
  • Excellent detergency
  • Mild
  • Suitable for Clear Systems
Applications
ShampooBody WashFacial 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
Stepan Company
CAS
149458-07-1, 1847-58-1

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