Sodium laureth sulfate (SLES) transport
Surfactant, in bulk, in stainless steel tank trucks.
TRESAL (Transportes Especializados del Altiplano, S. de R. L. de C. V.) transports sodium laureth sulfate (SLES) in bulk in stainless steel tank trucks, with nationwide coverage from its bases in Cuautitlán Izcalli —part of the Greater Mexico City area— and San Luis Potosí. Every shipment travels in a dedicated unit with the traceability we give every shipment.
What is sodium laureth sulfate (SLES) and what is it used for?
Sodium laureth sulfate (SLES, also LESS) is an anionic surfactant: the most widely used foaming and cleaning agent in personal care and cleaning products. It is commonly supplied as an aqueous solution (for example at 28% and 70%), which requires care in handling and transport.
Uses and sectors of SLES
SLES is the foaming base of a huge range of formulations:
- Shampoos, liquid soaps, shower gels and personal care.
- Liquid detergents, dishwashing and household cleaners.
- Industrial cleaning and hygiene.
- Toothpaste and foaming products.
How is SLES safely transported in bulk?
SLES is moved in a stainless steel tank truck, in a dedicated unit, avoiding excessive agitation that generates foam and preserving its quality. TRESAL delivers door to door. See our bulk chemical transport services and 304 vs. 316L stainless steel options.
Quality and cleaning between loads
Between loads we wash tank trucks with high-pressure hot water in a single pass, documenting every wash, to prevent cross-contamination and preserve product quality. We operate under ISO 9001:2015 and with criteria equivalent to the international tank-cleaning standard (EFTCO). More detail on our tank truck washing service.
Frequently asked questions
In what form is SLES transported in bulk?
Usually as an aqueous solution (28% or 70%); it is moved in a stainless steel tank truck, in a dedicated unit, avoiding excessive agitation that generates foam.
Is SLES used in cosmetics?
Yes; it is one of the most common personal-care raw materials (shampoos, soaps, gels). In Mexico, cosmetic products are regulated by COFEPRIS.
References
- Sodium laureth sulfate (SLES) — PubChem (National Library of Medicine)
- COFEPRIS — cosmetics regulation
- EFTCO — European Federation of Tank Cleaning Organisations
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Last updated: July 10, 2026