High-concentration surfactant systems frequently undergo undesirable gelation or phase separation during storage or processing. Preventing these physical instabilities allows for more efficient transport and formulation of concentrated chemical feedstocks.

Standard straight-chain fatty acyl isethionates exhibit high Krafft points and low solubility in cold water. Branching reduces molecular packing to prevent precipitation and maintain liquid stability.

Standard surfactant formulations often suffer from phase separation or cloudiness when thickened. Achieving high clarity in concentrated liquid cleansers requires overcoming inherent molecular opacity.