CALFAX® DB 45
INCI: Disodium Lauryl Phenyl Ether Disulfonate
Overview
Calfax® DB-45 is a clear, amber colored, 45% active aqueous solution of branched sodium dodecyl diphenyl oxide disulfonate. Calfax® DB-45 is a powerful anionic surfactant that offers superior stability in harsh environments. The product is stable and non-reactive under normal conditions of use, storage and transport.
- Broad pH Stability
- Compatible with Many Organic Ingredients
- Excellent emulsification
- Excellent wetting
Formulation snapshot
Typical phase
Water phase
Water-soluble — dispersed into the aqueous phase before emulsification.
Functional role
Emulsifier — binds oil and water into a stable cream or lotion.
Pairs well with
- A co-emulsifier for stability
- Oil-phase emollients
- A rheology modifier
Handling watch-outs
- 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
- Pilot Chemical Company
- CAS
- 119345-04-9
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