Methyl Ester Sulphonate (Methyl Ester Sulfonate) Supplier Malaysia
- Also known as
- Methyl Ester Sulfonate
- MES
- Sodium Methyl Ester Sulphonate
- Alpha-Sulpho Methyl Ester
Methyl ester sulphonate, also spelled methyl ester sulfonate and commonly abbreviated as MES, is an anionic surfactant produced from sulphonated fatty acid methyl esters. This page serves buyers seeking a methyl ester sulphonate supplier in Malaysia for detergent, cleaning and industrial formulation requirements.
MES grades are differentiated by active content, chain-length distribution, di-salt content and colour. Commercial forms include high-active flakes or noodles, paste and dilute liquid, so the required form and specification should be stated rather than inferred from the generic product name.
Methyl ester sulphonate is used in laundry powders, detergent bars, liquid detergents, dishwash products, and industrial and institutional cleaning formulations. It may also be specified for oilfield surfactant duty and is evaluated separately from LABSA or LAS in detergent formulation.
MES is not an alternate name for alpha-olefin sulfonate, sodium lauryl sulphate, sodium laureth sulphate or sodium methyl cocoyl taurate. Send the required grade, active-content target, quantity and delivery location with the enquiry; packing, documentation and timing are confirmed with the quotation.
- Grade
- high-active solid grade, paste grade, liquid grade
- Appearance
- Flakes or noodles, paste, or liquid depending on grade and active content
Methyl Ester Sulphonate grades and forms
We supply several forms to suit different formulating and dosing setups. If you need a size that is not listed, ask us.
| Grade | Form | Assay | Typical use | Packing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High-active solid grade | Flakes or noodles | — | Laundry powder and detergent bar formulations that specify a solid MES surfactant. | — |
| Paste grade | Paste | — | Detergent and cleaning formulations designed for a paste-form anionic surfactant. | — |
| Liquid grade | Liquid | — | Liquid detergent, dishwash and institutional cleaning formulations that specify liquid MES. | — |
How to buy methyl ester sulphonate from ChemTrade
Request a quote for methyl ester sulphonate
Use the form below to request a quotation. You can also email sales@chemtrademalaysia.com or send us a message on WhatsApp.
Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Method |
|---|---|---|
| Identity | Sulphonated fatty acid methyl ester | — |
| Ionic type | Anionic surfactant | — |
| Common chain distribution | C12-C18, grade dependent | — |
| Commercial grade controls | Active content, chain distribution, di-salt content and colour | — |
Methyl Ester Sulphonate applications
Common questions about methyl ester sulphonate
What is methyl ester sulphonate?
Methyl ester sulphonate, or MES, is an anionic surfactant made by sulphonating fatty acid methyl esters. Its chain distribution and grade properties vary with the specified product.
Is methyl ester sulfonate another name for methyl ester sulphonate?
Yes. Methyl ester sulfonate is the American spelling of the same surfactant family, while methyl ester sulphonate is the British spelling used on this page.
Which MES surfactant forms can be requested?
MES is commercially specified in high-active flakes or noodles, paste and dilute liquid forms. Confirm the required form and active-content target in the enquiry.
Is MES the same as LABSA or LAS?
No. MES is based on sulphonated fatty acid methyl esters, while LABSA and LAS belong to a separate anionic surfactant family and should be ordered by their own names.
Is MES the same as AOS, SLS, SLES or sodium methyl cocoyl taurate?
No. These are distinct anionic surfactants with separate chemical identities, specifications and formulation roles, so they are not aliases or grades of MES.
What information is needed for a methyl ester sulphonate quotation?
Provide the required form, active content, chain distribution, di-salt or colour limits, quantity and delivery location. Packing and documentation are confirmed with the quotation.