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Surfactant

AMMONIUM C12-15 ALKETH SULFATE

58

Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

An ethoxylated ammonium-salt sulfate surfactant similar to laureth sulfates. Effective cleanser; main concern is potential 1,4-dioxane impurity left over from manufacturing.

Function

SURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Foaming
  • Cleansing

Known concerns

  • 1,4-dioxane impurity
  • Irritation in rinse-off at high levels
  • Aquatic toxicity

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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