Chemical Properties
White, waxy solid; odorless. Soluble in
alcohol, ether, and water; 5% solution is clear and
colorless; p H (5% solution) 6.5–9.0.
Uses
Sodium tetradecyl sulfate is an alkyl sodium sulfate surfactant.
Uses
Wetting agent, detergent.
Definition
ChEBI: An organic sodium salt having tetradecyl sulfate as the counterion. Used in the treatment of small uncomplicated varicose veins of the lower extremities that show simple dilation with competent valves.
brand name
Sotradecol (Bioniche); Sotradecol (Elkins-Sinn).
General Description
Niaproof 4 is a bi-tailed sodium.
