DISODIUM C12-14 PARETH-4 SULFOSUCCINATE
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
An anionic surfactant based on ethoxylated sulfosuccinate, used as a cleansing and foaming agent in cosmetic formulations.
Disodium C12-14 Pareth-4 Sulfosuccinate is an ethoxylated sulfosuccinate surfactant. The C12-14 alkyl chain indicates coconut/palm kernel-derived fatty alcohols. Not classified as a skin sensitizer by EU REACH. Generally recognized as safe in rinse-off cosmetic formulations at typical concentrations of 1-10%.
Skin benefits
- Effective cleansing agent
- Good foaming properties
- Used in mild facial and body cleansers
Known concerns
- May be irritating to eyes at high concentrations
- Environmental concern for aquatic toxicity of ethoxylated surfactants
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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