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Surfactant

DIISOBUTYL SODIUM SULFOSUCCINATE

CAS 127-39-9 Updated
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Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A sulfosuccinate surfactant and hydrotrope — boosts foam and helps dissolve other ingredients. Mildly irritating to skin and eyes; best in rinse-off products at controlled levels. Common in toothpastes and shampoos.

Function

SURFACTANT - FOAM BOOSTINGSURFACTANT - HYDROTROPESKIN CONDITIONINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Sulfosuccinate surfactant — strong foamer
  • Hydrotrope (helps dissolve other ingredients)
  • Common in toothpaste and shampoos

Known concerns

  • Mild skin and eye irritation
  • Best for rinse-off — not ideal for leave-on use
  • Class-level CIR-safe but with concentration caveats

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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