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Surfactant

MIPA C12-15 ALKETH SULFATE

50

Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

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

A MIPA-salt ethoxylated alkyl sulfate cleanser. Effective foamer but pairing isopropanolamine with a sulfate raises nitrosamine and 1,4-dioxane trace concerns.

Skin benefits

  • Effective foaming surfactant for shampoos and washes
  • Strong cleansing power
  • Cost-effective

Known concerns

  • MIPA (monoisopropanolamine) salts of alkyl ether sulfates can carry nitrosamine-formation risk if paired with secondary nitrosating agents
  • Sulfated surfactant: drying and potentially irritating in leave-on use
  • Ethoxylated structure has potential 1,4-dioxane trace concern

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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