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Surfactant

DISODIUM CETYL PHENYL ETHER DISULFONATE

CAS 223239-89-2 Updated
78

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A double-sulfonated cetyl phenyl ether (CAS 223239-89-2) used as a high-performance anionic surfactant. Generally milder than classic alkylbenzene sulfonates, but the cosmetic-specific safety record is thin so it sits in the yellow band.

Function

CLEANSINGSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSURFACTANT - HYDROTROPESURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Effective cleansing
  • Mild on skin compared with harsher sulfonates
  • Stable across pH range

Known concerns

  • Limited dedicated safety data
  • Possible eye irritation at high concentrations
  • Aromatic impurity considerations

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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