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Surfactant

DISODIUM COCO-SULFOSUCCINATE

CAS 90268-37-4 Updated
72

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A mild sulfosuccinate-based surfactant derived from coconut. Often used to soften the harsher feel of stronger sulfates in cleansers and shampoos.

Function

CLEANSINGSKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENTSURFACTANT - HYDROTROPE

Skin benefits

  • Mild secondary surfactant — gentler than SLS
  • Foam booster in cleansers
  • Good biodegradability

Known concerns

  • Mild eye irritation possible
  • Trace impurity concerns from sulfosuccinate manufacturing

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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