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Surfactant

SODIUM BISGLYCOL RICINOSULFOSUCCINATE

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Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A castor-oil-derived sulfosuccinate surfactant valued in mild cleansers and baby shampoos. Cleans gently with low irritation; class profile is well-established although specific data on this ester is moderate.

Function

CLEANSINGSURFACTANT - EMULSIFYINGSURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Skin benefits

  • Mild anionic surfactant for sensitive cleansers
  • Castor-oil-derived feedstock with biodegradability
  • Low irritation in baby-shampoo applications

Known concerns

  • Sulfosuccinate hydrolysis sensitive to pH
  • Mild eye irritation at high actives
  • Limited specific public toxicology

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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