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Surfactant

DISODIUM 2-SULFOPALMITATE

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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 sulfonate of palmitic acid used as a mild anionic surfactant in cleansers. Generally well-tolerated and biodegradable; mild eye-irritation caveat at higher levels.

Function

CLEANSINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Mild anionic surfactant
  • Sulfonate fatty acid — biodegradable
  • Compatible with hard water

Known concerns

  • Eye irritation potential at higher %
  • Limited public cosmetic data
  • Drying on prolonged contact

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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