Alpha Olefin Sulphonate Powder (AOS Powder) – High-Foaming Anionic Surfactant for Soaps, Shampoos & Cleaners

What is Alpha Olefin Sulphonate Powder (AOS Powder)?
Alpha Olefin Sulphonate Powder, commonly known as AOS Powder, is an anionic surfactant derived from alpha olefins. It is a white, free-flowing powder known for its excellent foaming, cleansing, and emulsifying properties. AOS is widely used in personal care, household, and industrial formulations, offering a safer and milder alternative to traditional sulfates.

Compared to SLS or SLES, AOS Powder is biodegradable, skin-friendly, and suitable for sulfate-free or low-irritant formulations. It is especially useful in solid products, such as soap bars, cleansing powders, and detergent tablets.

Key Features & Benefits:

• ✅ High and stable foaming, even in hard water

• ✅ Mild on skin – ideal for personal care formulations

• ✅ Free-flowing powder – easy to mix and process

• ✅ Excellent wetting, emulsifying, and degreasing action

• ✅ Biodegradable and environmentally safe

• ✅ Stable in wide pH range and temperature conditions

Applications of AOS Powder:

1. Personal Care Products

   • Used in soap bars, face wash powders, solid shampoos

   • Provides rich foam and creamy cleansing

   • Suitable for sensitive and sulfate-free formulations

2. Household Cleaning Products

   • Effective in detergent powders, floor cleaners, dishwashers

   • Breaks down grease and dirt efficiently

   • Offers good rinsability and low residue

3. Industrial & Institutional Cleaners

   • Used in degreasers, industrial floor cleaners, engine wash

   • Performs well in hard water and alkaline systems

4. Textile & Leather Processing

   • Works as a wetting and emulsifying agent

   • Used in scouring and dyeing auxiliaries

5. Agricultural Formulations

   • Acts as a spreader and emulsifier in pesticide blends

Why Buy AOS Powder from Mannat Enterprises?
We supply high-purity, low-dust AOS Powder with consistent performance and excellent flowability. Perfect for cosmetic brands, detergent manufacturers, and DIY formulators. Available in 1kg, 5kg, 25kg packaging with moisture-lock sealing.

Specifications:

• Appearance: White free-flowing powder

• Active Matter: 92% ± 2%

• pH (1% solution): 7.0 – 9.0

• Solubility: Soluble in water

• CAS No.: 68439-57-6

• Shelf Life: 24 months

• Packaging: 1kg | 5kg | 25kg kraft or HDPE bags

❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. Is AOS Powder better than SLS?
Yes. AOS is milder, more biodegradable, and has better foaming in hard water compared to SLS.

Q2. Can I use it in sulfate-free shampoos or soaps?
✅ Yes. AOS is often used in sulfate-free or low-irritant formulations as a primary or secondary surfactant.

Q3. Does it work in cold water?
Yes, it has excellent solubility and foam performance, even in cold or hard water.

Q4. Is it suitable for baby products?
Yes, when used at recommended dosage and pH-balanced formulas, it is gentler on skin than harsh sulfates.

⚠️ Disclaimer:

AOS Powder is for external and formulation use only. Not to be used in its raw form on skin. Store in a cool, dry, and sealed environment. Avoid inhaling fine powder. Conduct patch tests or pilot batches before full-scale use.