Versatile Anionic wetting agent; imparts excellent emulsification and dispersing properties along with wetting properties; is an effective detergent; stable to high alkali concentrations and high temperatures encountered during rapid bleaching processes ; useful in high temperature scouring operations and peroxide bleaching; soluble in polar solvents such as perchloro-ethylene ethanol, carbon tetrachloride, xylene etc, dispersible in mineral oil, kerosene etc; minimal effect on water repellent finishes; excellent rinsibility.