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Surfactant

AMMONIUM C12-15 ALKYL SULFATE

CAS 68815-61-2
62

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

Ammonium salt of C12-15 alkyl sulfate — a relative of ammonium lauryl sulfate. Cleanses and foams strongly but can dry skin and sting eyes; OK in well-formulated rinse-off products.

Function

CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Effective foaming and cleansing
  • Cost-effective surfactant
  • Compatible with hard water

Known concerns

  • Alkyl sulfate — can be drying and irritating
  • Eye sting potential
  • Strips skin lipids in leave-on contact

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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