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Surfactant

MAGNESIUM ISODODECYLBENZENESULFONATE

CAS 27479-45-4 Updated
50

Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

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

About

A magnesium salt of a branched dodecylbenzene sulfonate — a strong anionic surfactant of the LAS family. Effective cleanser but skin/eye irritation potential pushes it lower.

Function

CLEANSINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Strong cleansing
  • Anionic surfactant

Known concerns

  • Skin irritation (LAS-class)
  • Eye irritation
  • Aquatic toxicity

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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