Sodium polynaphthalenesulfonates (inci)

Author:Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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CAS number: 9084-06-4

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DefinitionThis section has been translated automatically.

"Sodium" means the element sodium, polynaphthalenesulfonates a polymer of naphthalenesulfonic acid and formaldehyde.

Sodium polynaphthalenesulfonates are substances used in cosmetic preparations where they act as emulsion stabilizer (supports the emulsion formation and improves the product stability), surfactant (washing-active substance) and solubilizer (is able to dissolve or dilute substances without causing chemical reactions between the dissolved substance and the dissolving substance).

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer