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Surfactant

TEA-C12-15 ALKYL SULFATE

CAS 68815-25-8
48

Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

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

A TEA-neutralized alkyl sulfate — strong cleanser akin to ammonium laureth sulfate. Nitrosamine formation potential and skin stripping anchor caution.

Function

CLEANSINGFOAMINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Strong anionic surfactant
  • Effective foaming and cleansing
  • Used in shampoo bases

Known concerns

  • TEA + sulfate — nitrosamine formation risk
  • Skin and eye irritation at higher %
  • Stripping to skin and hair barrier

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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