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Docusate

Also known as Docusate hydrogen, Spolion 8, Diocto

CAS 10041-19-7Formula C20H38O7SMolar mass 422.58 g/molEC 233-124-0
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Docusate chemical structure, C20H38O7S, CAS 10041-19-7
2D chemical structure

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All properties
CAS number
10041-19-7
Formula
C20H38O7S
Molar mass
422.58 g/mol
EC number
233-124-0
HS code
291719
Category
Insecticides and acaricides

What is Docusate?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

1,4-bis(2-ethylhexyl) sulfosuccinate is an organosulfonic acid and a diester.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
1,4-bis(2-ethylhexoxy)-1,4-dioxobutane-2-sulfonic acid
CAS number
10041-19-7 CAS number cross-checkedOther or deprecated CAS: 21954-86-9
EC number
233-124-0
Molecular formula
C20H38O7S
UNII
M7P27195AG
InChIKey
HNSDLXPSAYFUHK-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C20H38O7S/c1-5-9-11-16(7-3)14-26-19(21)13-18(28(23,24)25)20(22)27-15-17(8-4)12-10-6-2/h16-18H,5-15H2,1-4H3,(H,23,24,25)
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
CCCCC(CC)COC(=O)CC(C(=O)OCC(CC)CCCC)S(=O)(=O)O

Synonyms

  • Docusate hydrogen
  • Spolion 8
  • Diocto
  • Dioctylsulfosuccinsaeure
  • Docusates
  • Dioctylsulfosuccinate
  • Butanedioic acid, 2-sulfo-, 1,4-bis(2-ethylhexyl) ester
  • 1,4-Bis(2-ethylhexyloxy)-1,4-dioxo-2-butansulfonsaeure
  • 1,4-Bis(2-ethylhexyloxy)-1,4-dioxo-2-butansulfonsaeure (IUPAC)
  • DocQLace
  • Sulfosuccinate, Dioctyl
  • 1,4-bis(2-ethylhexoxy)-1-oxo-4-oxoniumylidenebutane-2-sulfonate
  • 1,4-Bis(2-ethylhexyl) 2-sulphosuccinate
  • 1,4-Bis(2-ethylhexyl) sulfosuccinate
  • Dioctyl sulfosuccinate
  • 1,4-bis(2-ethylhexoxy)-1,4-dioxobutane-2-sulfonic acid
  • 1,4-bis[(2-ethylhexyl)oxy]-1,4-dioxobutane-2-sulfonic acid
  • Butanedioic acid, sulfo-, 1,4-bis(2-ethylhexyl) ester
  • Dioctyl sulfosuccinic acid
  • Butanedionic acid, sulfo-, 1,4-bis(2-ethylhexyl) ester
  • 1,4-Bis((2-ethylhexyl)oxy)-1,4-dioxobutane-2-sulfonic acid
  • Doc-Q-Lace
  • Dionex
  • bis(2-ethylhexyl) sulfosuccinate
  • Bis(2-ethylhexyl)succinat-2-sulfonsaeure
Show all 29 synonyms
  • Di-beta-ethylhexyl sodium sulfo-succinate
  • Docusate - API Standards
  • 1,4-Bis(2-ethylhexyl) 2-sulfosuccinate
  • Sulfosuccinic Acid bis(2-Ethylhexyl) Ester

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values, check the supplier specification for your grade

No measured properties are recorded for this substance yet. Ask suppliers for a technical data sheet.

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Computed descriptors

Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation

Molecular weight
422.58 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
422.2338 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
4.15calc.
Topological polar surface area
107 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
1calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
6calc.
Rotatable bonds
16calc.
Heavy atoms
28calc.
Rings
0calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.9calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
3calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (0 violations)calc.

Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.

Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

No GHS hazard classification is recorded for this substance yet. That does not mean it is harmless.

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet (SDS). Classifications can differ by supplier, grade and concentration. Always check the supplier's SDS.

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Uses and applications

What the substance is used for, by industry and function

Chemical intermediate, surface acting agent used to prolong pyrethroid insecticide activity, used in sludge removal.

Pharmacology

Docusate is a dioctyl salt and an emollient laxative, with stool-softening activity. Upon administration, docusate decreases surface tension and emulsification of fecal matter and allows water to penetrate and mix with stool. As a result, it softens the stool.

Regulatory status

Inventories, regulations and trade controls that list this substance

Health and food

  • Active ingredient in FDA approved drug labels

United States

  • TSCA inventory (USA)
    Status: Active in US commerce

HS code and trade data

Customs classification and reported world trade statistics

Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code Docusate is traded under.

HS 2917.19Indicative HS code

Acyclic polycarboxylic acids, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and…

World exports in 2024
$718M
+8.1% vs 2023, imports $915M
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China46.6%
  2. United States13.7%
  3. Germany10.1%
Top importers
  1. United States16.2%
  2. Denmark11.8%
  3. Germany10.0%
Reported customs values in USD, not prices.Full trade data

The HS code shown for Docusate is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about Docusate, based on the data on this page

What is Docusate?

1,4-bis(2-ethylhexyl) sulfosuccinate is an organosulfonic acid and a diester.

What is the CAS number of Docusate?

The CAS registry number of Docusate is 10041-19-7. Other or deprecated CAS numbers: 21954-86-9.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Docusate?

The molecular formula of Docusate is C20H38O7S and its molar mass is 422.58 g/mol.

What is Docusate used for?

Chemical intermediate, surface acting agent used to prolong pyrethroid insecticide activity, used in sludge removal.

Is Docusate hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for Docusate is recorded on CompoundList yet. That does not prove it is safe. Always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of Docusate?

Docusate is usually classified under HS code 291719 (Acyclic polycarboxylic acids, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and…). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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