Date published: 2025-9-11

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Detergents

Santa Cruz Biotechnology offers a variety of chemical detergents. A detergent is a surfactant or mixture of surfactants that has cleaning properties in dilute solution with water. Like soaps, detergents are amphiphilic.

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N-Lauroylsarcosine

97-78-9sc-487226
25 g
$33.00
(0)

N-Lauroylsarcosine is a surfactant characterized by its amphiphilic nature, which promotes effective emulsification and solubilization. Its unique structure allows for strong interactions with both hydrophilic and hydrophobic substances, enhancing cleaning efficiency. The compound exhibits excellent foaming properties and stability across a range of pH levels, making it versatile in various formulations. Additionally, its biodegradability contributes to environmentally friendly applications, aligning with sustainable practices.

Deoxycholic acid

83-44-3sc-214865
sc-214865A
sc-214865B
5 g
25 g
1 kg
$36.00
$66.00
$923.00
4
(2)

Deoxycholic acid acts as a potent detergent, characterized by its amphipathic nature, which allows it to interact with lipid membranes effectively. Its unique structure facilitates the disruption of lipid bilayers, promoting micelle formation and enhancing solubilization of hydrophobic compounds. The acid's ability to modulate surface tension and promote emulsification is attributed to its specific molecular interactions, making it a valuable agent in various biochemical processes.

Sodium dodecyl sulfate

151-21-3sc-264510
sc-264510A
sc-264510B
sc-264510C
25 g
100 g
500 g
1 kg
$50.00
$79.00
$280.00
$420.00
11
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Sodium dodecyl sulfate is a powerful anionic surfactant known for its ability to disrupt lipid bilayers and solubilize proteins. Its long hydrophobic tail and charged sulfate group facilitate strong interactions with both polar and nonpolar substances, enhancing emulsification and foaming properties. This compound effectively reduces surface tension, promoting the formation of micelles that encapsulate hydrophobic molecules, thereby influencing various biochemical processes and enhancing solubility in aqueous environments.

Sodium dehydrocholate

145-41-5sc-396729
50 g
$57.00
(0)

Sodium dehydrocholate functions as a detergent through its amphiphilic nature, featuring a hydrophilic head and hydrophobic tail that facilitates the solubilization of lipids and proteins. Its unique molecular structure promotes micelle formation, enhancing the emulsification of fats. The compound exhibits distinct surface activity, lowering the surface tension of aqueous solutions, which aids in the dispersion of hydrophobic substances. Additionally, its ability to interact with biological membranes can alter permeability and fluidity, influencing cellular processes.