Docusate sodium
Also known as: Aerosol OT, AOT, Bis(2-ethylhexyl) sulfosuccinate sodium salt, Colace, Dioctyl sodium sulfosuccinate, Dioctyl sulfosuccinate sodium salt, Docusate sodium salt, DOSS, DSS, Sodium docusate
Docusate sodium (CAS 577-11-7) is a compound in the Esters category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C20H37NaO7S and a molecular weight of 444.558 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 173-179 °C(lit.), a density of 1.1 and a flash point of 199ºC. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation and H318 — Causes serious eye damage. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 577-11-7
- Jingsj CID
- J-44550-8
- Molecular Formula
- C20H37NaO7S
- Molecular Weight
- 444.558 g/mol
- Category
- Esters
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 173-179 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Density | 1.1 |
| Flash Point | 199ºC |
| Exact Mass | 444.215759 |
| PSA | 118.18000 |
| LogP | 4.89030 |
| Additional Property | 1.5 g/100 mL (25 ºC) |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H318 — Causes serious eye damage
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2914509090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | HS:2914509090 other ketones with other oxygen function VAT:17.0% Tax rebate rate:9.0% Supervision conditions:none MFN tariff:5.5% General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Docusate sodium?
The CAS number of Docusate sodium is 577-11-7.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Docusate sodium?
Docusate sodium has molecular formula C20H37NaO7S and molecular weight 444.558 g/mol.
Is Docusate sodium hazardous?
Docusate sodium has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H318 — Causes serious eye damage.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Docusate sodium?
For Docusate sodium, Upstream Products: Bis(2-ethylhexyl) maleate.
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How to cite: Jingsj. "Docusate sodium (CAS 577-11-7)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-44550-8 (accessed 2026-11-06).
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