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Surfactant

DISODIUM MYRISTAMIDO MEA-SULFOSUCCINATE

CAS 37767-42-3 / 60224-44-4 Updated
78

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A mild MEA-amido sulfosuccinate surfactant used in baby and sensitive-skin cleansers. Generally well tolerated; the MEA portion warrants supplier diligence on residual amine purity.

Function

CLEANSINGFOAMINGSURFACTANT - FOAM BOOSTINGSURFACTANT - HYDROTROPESURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Mild sulfosuccinate surfactant
  • Good foam in baby/sensitive cleansers
  • Lower irritation than sulfates

Known concerns

  • Possible MEA secondary-amine traces
  • Mildly defatting at high %
  • Limited public toxicology dossier

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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